10 Seasonal Sheet Cakes You’ll Bake Again

Sheet cakes are a simple, crowd‑friendly way to serve dessert without fuss. Baked in a single wide pan, they offer even texture and plenty of surface for frosting, fruit, or creative toppings. These sheet cakes range from rich chocolate to bright fruit and cozy autumn flavors, so there’s something for every moment and mood. Whether you want something classic, seasonal, or indulgent, this list delivers sheet cakes that are easy to make and satisfying to serve.

Fruit Sherbet Sheet Cake

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A soft vanilla base with sherbet-inspired flavor makes this cake light and fruity. It’s bright in color and taste, great for warm days. The crumb stays moist, and a glaze works well on top. Fun for parties or casual get-togethers.
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Apple Sheet Cake

Apple chunks add moisture and soft texture to each slice. A bit of spice rounds out the flavor. The crumb stays tender and comforting. Great for fall or anytime you want something cozy.
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Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Sheet cake topped with white frosting, chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and candied ginger on a baking tray next to a red and white plaid cloth. — Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pumpkin and spice keep the cake soft and flavorful. Cream cheese frosting adds rich contrast. The sheet format makes it easy to serve. A fall favorite that works for any casual dinner.
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Rocky Road Sheet Cake

A slice of chocolate brownie topped with mini marshmallows, pecans, and a drizzle of chocolate sits on a white plate. — Rocky Road Sheet Cake. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Chocolate base filled with nuts and marshmallows for texture. The marshmallows melt slightly, adding gooey pockets. It’s sweet, crunchy, and rich all in one. A crowd-pleaser for chocolate fans.
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New York Super Fudge Chunk Sheet Cake

A dense chocolate cake with chunks of fudge or chocolate throughout. Each bite is rich and extra chocolatey. No fancy topping needed. Pure chocolate flavor all the way through.
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Caramel Apple Sheet Cake

A slice of frosted apple cake on a white plate with a fork, surrounded by apples and cinnamon sticks. — Caramel Apple Sheet Cake. Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

Apples and cinnamon in the batter give it a warm, fruity bite. Topped with a caramel glaze for extra sweetness. Soft texture with a gooey finish. Great for potlucks or fall baking.
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Pumpkin Sheet Cake with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin cake meets creamy white chocolate frosting for a sweet, spiced bite. The frosting adds richness without overpowering. The cake is moist and slices well. Ideal for autumn gatherings.
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Hummingbird Sheet Cake

A slice of frosted cake topped with chopped nuts sits on a scalloped plate with a fork, with more slices visible in the background. — Hummingbird Sheet Cake. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

Banana, pineapple, and spice come together in a soft crumb. Cream cheese frosting adds balance. The fruit keeps it moist and flavorful. A tropical‑southern favorite in easy form.
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Lemon Sheet Cake

A baking tray with glazed lemon bars cut into squares, each topped with a small lemon wedge; a lemon and lemon wedges are next to the tray. — Lemon Sheet Cake. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

Zesty lemon flavor runs through a light, fluffy base. Glaze adds extra citrus kick. It’s simple, bright, and easy to serve. A fresh pick for cold days.
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