Description
Texas Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a moist chocolate cake with a rich, creamy frosting. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for gatherings and celebrations, as it’s simple to make and offers a burst of flavor in every bite. With its decadent taste and easy preparation, this cake will become your go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan; add cocoa powder and powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Stir in pecans before icing the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg