Sheet pan desserts are a fun and easy way to make mouthwatering treats for everyone. Whether you’re craving something sweet and spicy like Gingerbread Pretzel Popcorn or looking for a fresh dessert, these sheet pan delights are sure to impress.
Sheet Pan Desserts
These desserts are the ultimate baking hack for anyone looking to whip up a sweet treat with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. These recipes are designed to serve a crowd, making them perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any occasion when you need a generous amount of dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.
Hugs and Kisses Chocolate Chunk Sheet Pan Cookie
Sweeten your day with the Hugs and Kisses Chocolate Chunk Sheet Pan Cookie, a treat that's all about sharing the love. This big, crowd-pleasing cookie combines thick, crumbly dough with rich chocolate chunks and a mix of Hershey's hugs and kisses candy for double chocolate goodness. It's easy to whip up, perfect for any gathering, and absolutely delicious when served warm with a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 ¼ cups packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, roughly chopped (about 2 cups)
- 4 ounces Hershey’s hugs, unwrapped
- 4 ounces Hershey’s kisses, unwrapped
Texas Sheet Cake
This homemade giant cake is soft and rich, thanks to a special mix of cocoa and brewed coffee in the batter. What really sets it apart is the pecan icing that melts into the cake, creating a sweet, nutty top layer as it cools. It's a classic every kitchen should whip up, especially when it serves a crowd and stores easily at room temperature.
Ingredients:
- Cake
- 2cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
- 2cups packed brown sugar
- 1 ¼teaspoons baking soda
- ½teaspoon salt
- 2eggs, slightly beaten
- ½cup sour cream
- 1teaspoon vanilla
- 1cup butter
- 1cup brewed coffee
- ¼cup unsweetened baking cocoa
- Frosting
- ½cup butter
- ⅓cup milk
- ¼cup unsweetened baking cocoa
- 3cups powdered sugar
- 1teaspoon vanilla
- 1 ½cups coarsely chopped pecans
Gingerbread Pretzel Popcorn
With the magic of store-bought popcorn and pretzels, this treat gets a homemade twist thanks to a warm, gingerbread-spiced caramel sauce. Sprinkled with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, it turns crunchy as it cools, creating snackable clusters. This mix not only tastes like gingerbread cookies but also boasts a shiny, tempting look that makes it the perfect gift. Simple, festive, and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
- 16 cups popped salted popcorn (from a 6.4-oz. bag)
- 10 oz. mini salted pretzel twists, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Vanilla Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Whether it's for a birthday, graduation, or just a weekend family gathering, this cake promises fluffy bites and creamy delight in every slice. Plus, it's versatile enough to become cupcakes or even a festive flag cake, making it a favorite in any baker's recipe collection. This cake combines the tender, moist simplicity of vanilla sponge with the rich, velvety texture of cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk (see note)
- For the Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- Sprinkles, for decorating (optional)
Key Lime Slab Pie With Strawberry Whipped Cream
Whether you're at a wedding or a garden party, the Key Lime Slab Pie with Strawberry Whipped Cream is a delightful treat. This pie features a crisp golden crust and a lush, tart filling, topped with fluffy, rosy strawberry whipped cream.
Ingredients:
- Slab Pastry Crust
- All-purpose flour, for work surface
- 2 (14-oz.) cans sweetened condensed milk
- 6 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons Key lime zest plus 1 cup fresh juice (from about 1 lb. Key limes), plus additional zest for garnish
- 7 fresh strawberries, halved lengthwise, plus more for garnish
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Soft pink food coloring gel (optional)
Sheet Pan Pavlova With Berries and Mangoes
Whip up a Sheet Pan Pavlova with Berries and Mangoes to add a dazzling touch to any summer gathering. This Australian dessert's large meringue base, baked until firm, cradles heaps of juicy mixed berries and sweet mango. The tang from a special sour cream-spiked whipped cream balances the sweetness, making each bite a delightful contrast.
Ingredients:
- 8 large egg whites, at room temperature
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 cups plus 3 Tbsp. granulated sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pound mixed fresh berries (3 to 4 cups)
- 2 medium mangoes, peeled and chopped (2 cups)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- .50 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup confectioners' sugar
- torn fresh mint leaves, for serving
Fresh Strawberry Sheet Cake
Inspired by childhood memories, the Fresh Strawberry Sheet Cake is a homemade delight far surpassing its box-mix origins. Packed with the essence of real strawberries in both the cake and the lush strawberry cream cheese frosting, this cake triumphs with flavor, moisture, and homemade charm. An easy bake, requiring nothing more than pureed fresh strawberries and pantry staples, this cake is a testament to the simple joy of baking with real ingredients. A slice brings nostalgia and fresh, vibrant taste to any table!
Ingredients:
Strawberry Cake:
- 2 cups (264g) all purpose flour *see notes for GF option
- ¾ cup (98g) cake flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (170g) vegetable oil
- 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups (325g) lightly pureed strawberries** (about 1 ½ pints)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz full fat cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup (110g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup (58g) lightly pureed strawberries
S’mores Cookie Bars
Easy to make on a sheet pan, these bars combine the gooey delight of marshmallows, the rich taste of chocolate, and the crunch of graham crackers. Ideal for feeding a crowd, they are moist, sticky, and utterly satisfying. Whether it's for a party, potluck, or just because, these bars make it simple to share the joy of s'mores any time.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3 cups brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 12 ounce bag chocolate chips
- 1 10 ounce bag mini marshmallows
- 5 sheets graham crackers, slightly crushed
Ooey Gooey Indoor S’mores
Ooey Gooey Indoor S'mores bring the magic of a campfire treat right into your kitchen, no fire needed. Making them is quick and customizable, whether you crave golden marshmallows or love a bit of char. Just a few minutes in the oven, and you're rewarded with a warm, sticky delight. These s'mores are about indulging in that perfect mix of marshmallow, chocolate, and graham crackers.
Ingredients:
- 8 whole graham cracker sheets
- 8 large marshmallows
- 2 ounces chocolate bar
- Flaky salt (optional)
Sheet Pan Strawberry Shortcake
This recipe starts with a fluffy, perfect white cake, then layers on juicy sliced strawberries and a whipped cream cheese topping. It's a simple, elegant dessert that makes assembly and serving quick and easy. Ready in just over an hour and best enjoyed within a day or two, it's perfect for any gathering or a special family dessert.
Ingredients:
- Cake
- 2 ¾ cups (275 g) cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) salted butter, room temperature
- 2 ½ cups (500 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup (225 g) milk, room temperature
- Strawberries
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Whipped Topping
- 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch kosher salt
