Description
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey delight of Texas sheet cake! This moist and tender cake, topped with a glossy chocolate frosting, is perfect for any gathering. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this recipe has been a family favorite for years. Whether celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy dinner, every slice brings joy and sweetness reminiscent of warm Texan hospitality.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- For Frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 6 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare the frosting by melting butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in cocoa powder, then add powdered sugar and milk until creamy.
- Once the cake is slightly cooled, pour warm frosting over it directly in the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg