Description
This Christmas Red Velvet Sheet Cake is a moist and chocolatey dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. Topped with a classic cream cheese frosting, it’s easy to make using a boxed cake mix and simple ingredients, ideal for feeding a crowd during festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- Ingredients listed on box (typically eggs, oil, and water)
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cake: Follow the package directions on the red velvet cake mix, which usually involves combining the mix with eggs, oil, and water, then mixing thoroughly until smooth.
- Bake Cake: Pour the batter into a prepared sheet pan and bake according to the time and temperature specified on the box. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, beating continuously until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the sheet cake. Decorate as desired for a festive look.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled to prevent the frosting from melting.
- You can garnish the cake with red and green sprinkles or holly decorations to enhance the Christmas theme.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a homemade touch, substitute the boxed mix with a scratch red velvet cake recipe if desired.