Best 2 Neapolitan Sheet Cake Recipes

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Neapolitan sheet cake is a classic dessert that combines chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry cake into a delicious and eye-catching treat. It is a perfect choice for birthdays, parties, and other special occasions. The cake is made with three layers of cake batter, each flavored with a different extract. The layers are then baked together and topped with a creamy frosting. Neapolitan sheet cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NEAPOLITAN SHEET CAKE



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Marble cake gets an upgrade with this sweet sheet cake swirled with Neapolitan flavors. Frosting swirls of chocolate, vanilla and strawberry make this pretty cake stunning from top to bottom!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and whole eggs called for on cake mix box
2 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa
2 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam
1/4 teaspoon Betty Crocker™ red gel food color
1 cup butter, softened
2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon seedless strawberry jam
Betty Crocker™ red gel food color
1 teaspoon unsweetened baking cocoa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. In small bowl, place 1 1/4 cups of the batter; stir in 2 tablespoons cocoa until blended. In another small bowl, place 1 1/4 cups of the batter; stir in 2 tablespoons strawberry jam and 1/4 teaspoon food color until blended. Pour remaining cake batter in bottom of pan. Drop tablespoons of each colored batter in random pattern over top; pull table knife through batter to make swirls.
  • Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat softened butter with electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth. On low speed, gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in 2 tablespoons milk and the vanilla. If frosting is too stiff to spread, add additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time.
  • In small bowl, place 1/4 cup of the vanilla frosting; stir in 1 teaspoon strawberry jam until blended. Stir in food color until desired color. In another small bowl, place 3 tablespoons of the vanilla frosting; stir in 1 teaspoon cocoa until blended. Spread remaining vanilla frosting on top of cake. Randomly drop measuring teaspoonfuls of strawberry and chocolate frosting over top. Use small icing spatula to swirl frosting over top of cake. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 1/2 g

NEAPOLITAN REFRIGERATOR SHEET CAKE



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I have not tried this recipe. I got it from Parish Pickens From Lakeshore United Methodist. The recipe was submitted by Helen Orcutt.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ounces strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
3/4 cup boiling water
18 ounces duncan hines fudge marble cake mix
1/2 cup cold water
1 1/3 ounces Dream Whip
1 1/2 cups cold milk
6 ounces instant vanilla pudding
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water; add cold water and set aside.
  • Bake cake according to package directions in 9x13x2 pan (may use jelly roll pan). Cool cake 20-25 minutes. Poke deep holes through top of cake, while still in pan, 1" apart. Spoon jello into holes. Refrigerate.
  • Topping:.
  • In chilled bowl, blend and whip, pudding, milk, dream whip and vanilla. Beat till stiff. Ice cake. Cake must be kept refrigerated. Cake may be frozen.

Tips:

  • For a classic Neapolitan sheet cake, use a combination of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry cake batter.
  • Make sure to grease and flour the pan thoroughly before pouring in the batter, to prevent sticking.
  • Bake the cake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • For a smooth and creamy frosting, use a combination of butter, powdered sugar, and milk.
  • If you want a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar. For a thinner frosting, add more milk.
  • Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake, and decorate with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other desired toppings.

Conclusion:

Neapolitan sheet cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors, it is sure to please everyone. Follow these tips to make the best Neapolitan sheet cake you've ever tasted!

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