Classic Soda Float Sheet Cake (Printable Version)
Light, flavorful cake with creamy soda frosting. Maraschino cherries and sprinkles add playful nostalgia.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup cream soda or root beer, chilled and flat
07 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
08 - 3 large eggs, at room temperature
09 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Frosting
10 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
12 - 1/4 cup cream soda or root beer, chilled and flat
13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
14 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Toppings
16 - Maraschino cherries
17 - Rainbow sprinkles
18 - Whipped cream
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk cream soda or root beer, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
04 - Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
06 - Place the pan on a wire rack and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
07 - In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then blend in cream soda or root beer, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until light and fluffy.
08 - Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
09 - Decorate with maraschino cherries, rainbow sprinkles, and whipped cream as desired.
10 - Slice sheet cake and serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Light and airy texture with soda flavor
- Easy sheet cake for a crowd
02 -
- Let the soda go flat before using for best cake texture
- This cake contains wheat, eggs, and dairy
03 -
- Pair with vanilla ice cream for a true float experience
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days