Description
Indulge in the heavenly delight of Texas Sheet Cake, a classic chocolate dessert that’s easy to whip up and perfect for any gathering. This moist cake features a rich, fudgy frosting that melts in your mouth, making it a favorite among family and friends. Whether celebrating a birthday or hosting a cozy get-together, this sheet cake offers generous servings and can be customized with your favorite toppings. With simple ingredients often found in your pantry, you’ll find it quick to prepare and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks, room temperature)
- 1 cup water
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons whole milk
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4 cups confectioners sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10×15 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, then add water and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and eggs until smooth.
- In your stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix in the sour cream mixture until well combined.
- Gradually add the cooled cocoa mixture to the batter until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, heat milk, cocoa powder, and butter in a saucepan until boiling. Mix in confectioners sugar and vanilla extract; fold in chopped pecans if desired.
- Spread frosting over the warm cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 43mg