Texas Sheet Cake
Texas Sheet Cake is a beloved dessert known for its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Cake 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
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Icing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large rimmed baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter with the water and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil.
- Pour the boiling mixture into the flour mixture and mix well.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Pour into the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Icing
- For the icing, combine butter, cocoa powder, and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar.
- Spread icing over the warm cake and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
Cooling
- Let cool before slicing into pieces.
Notes
Texas Sheet Cake is best served warm or at room temperature. For an extra touch, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on the side. Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter; just mix until combined. If you like nuts, feel free to add more chopped pecans to the batter. Experiment with different types of toppings, like sprinkles or chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
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