Cool Lemon Lime Sheet Cake Recipe

Escape the heat with this incredibly refreshing Lemon Lime Sheet Cake! This easy recipe features a moist lemon cake base with vibrant lime stripes, topped with a light and creamy frosting. A nostalgic twist on a classic, this recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or a delightful anytime treat. Discover the secret to its perfectly moist texture and zesty flavor! (Variations using devil's food cake, cherry jello, and chocolate pudding also available!)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 241.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cool Lemon Lime Sheet Cake

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How to Make Cool Lemon Lime Sheet Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and lime zest.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter in half. Stir lime juice and green food coloring into one half of the batter.
  7. Pour half of the lemon batter into the prepared pan, then spoon the lime batter on top in stripes. Swirl gently with a knife.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  10. While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by beating together the butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
  11. Once the cake is completely cool, frost generously and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

8g

Carbs

14g