Classic Soda Float Sheet Cake (Print)
Enjoy airy cake with creamy soda frosting and fun toppings for a nostalgic classic dessert experience.
# Ingredients:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and fine salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine cream soda or root beer, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
04 - Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
06 - Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
07 - Using an electric mixer, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then blend in cream soda or root beer, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy.
08 - Spread frosting evenly across the cooled cake.
09 - Decorate with maraschino cherries, rainbow sprinkles, and dollops of whipped cream if desired. Slice and serve.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Fun dessert for gatherings
- Easy and quick to make
02 -
- Let the soda go flat before using it for best cake texture
- You can use root beer or cream soda for different flavors
03 -
- Pair with vanilla ice cream for a classic float experience
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days