How to Make Easy Lemon Sheet Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the bright, zesty flavor of lemon to bring a burst of sunshine to your day. And when it comes in the form of a delicious, moist and fluffy sheet cake, well, that's just the cherry on top! This easy lemon sheet cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a casual family gathering, a potluck with friends, or just a quiet evening at home.

One of the best things about this recipe is how simple it is to make. With just a few basic ingredients that you ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
  • 1 (22 ounce) can lemon pie filling
  • 2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 lemon, zested

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 (11x17-inch) cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs in a bowl with an electric mixer until light yellow, about 30 seconds; add lemon cake mix and beat until completely incorporated. Mix lemon pie filling into cake batter mixture until well-blended. Spread batter out into an 11x17-inch rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 20 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Beat confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, and butter together in a bowl until frosting is smooth; add vanilla and stir. Spread frosting over cooled cake and sprinkle lemon zest over the top.
  • Nutrition

    310 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 242mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 62mg