Description
This homemade kefir sheet cake is moist, fluffy, and full of tangy flavor from fermented kefir. The acidity of kefir enhances the cake’s light texture while balancing its sweetness, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether topped with cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, or fresh fruits, this easy-to-make cake is a delicious and nutritious treat with probiotic benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup kefir (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix kefir, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the butter with vegetable oil.
- To add texture, mix in chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
- Store at room temperature for 2 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: kefir sheet cake, fermented dairy cake, probiotic dessert, tangy cake, easy sheet cake