Description
Texas Sheet Cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with an irresistibly moist texture. This classic southern treat is simple to prepare, making it perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or family gatherings. With its straightforward recipe, you can whip up this delicious cake in no time. Topped with a creamy chocolate frosting, each slice delivers a delightful experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and consider pairing it with fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Buttermilk
- Eggs
- Unsalted Butter
- Vanilla Extract
- Powdered Sugar (for frosting)
- Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking sheet (18×13 inches).
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling slightly, prepare the frosting by whisking powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Frost the cake once it has cooled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg