kefir sheet cake recipe
This Kefir Sheet Cake is simple to make, packed with a delightful tangy flavor, and versatile for various dietary preferences. Whether you enjoy it as-is or with a frosting of your choice, it’s sure to impress!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls (for wet and dry ingredients)
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Toothpick or cake tester to check doneness
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup kefir (or non-dairy kefir for dairy-free option)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: Powdered sugar or frosting for topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Prepare wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the kefir and vanilla extract.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost if desired or serve plain with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- The cake can be made lighter by substituting some of the butter with a healthier option like applesauce or using a sugar substitute.
- Dairy-free: Substitute the butter with plant-based butter and kefir with non-dairy kefir or yogurt.
- For a lower sugar version, opt for a sugar substitute or reduce the amount of sugar to suit your taste.