Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake is a rich, moist, and indulgent dessert that's perfect for gatherings. Here’s a classic recipe for it:
Ingredients:
For the cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup butter (melted)
1 cup water
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Directions:
1. Make the cake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add water and bring it to a boil.
Pour the hot butter and water mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla. Add this mixture to the batter and stir until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Make the frosting:
While the cake is baking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in milk and cocoa powder, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
If you like, stir in chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
3. Frost the cake:
As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, pour the warm frosting over the hot cake and spread it evenly.
Let the cake cool for about 20 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
Enjoy your Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake—it’s a crowd-pleaser!