What is a Sheet Cake?
Sheet cakes are simple one layer frosted cakes that are often prepared for celebrations that involve a dozen or more participants. The sheet cake has become a popular option for birthday parties, celebrations in the workplace, and family reunions and anniversaries. Typically, layer cakes of this type are prepared in three different sizes, depending on the number of servings are needed for the event. For smaller gatherings, the most common size of sheet cake is the quarter sheet. This simple one layer cake is rectangular in shape and will provide ample servings for twelve to twenty people. Celebrations around the home are often ideal for a cake of this size. The half sheet cake is twice the size of the quarter sheet, and will provide thirty to fifty servings. Often, cakes of this size are ideal for office gatherings.
