Introduction:
This Texas Sheet Cake recipe is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a rich and moist chocolate cake topped with a decadent chocolate frosting. This recipe serves 12 and takes about 30 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to bake.
Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 18×13-inch baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a saucepan, melt butter with water and cocoa powder, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the cocoa mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Add buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting by combining 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/3 cup milk, and 4 cups powdered sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour over warm cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 54g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 18g || Saturated Fat: 11g || Cholesterol: 70mg || Sodium: 220mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 38g