Texas Sheet Cake is a classic Southern dessert known for its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture. This cake is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd, making it a favorite for potlucks, picnics, and family gatherings. Topped with a decadent pecan-studded frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with chocolate lovers everywhere.
Ingredients:
Cake:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 sticks butter
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 3/4 sticks butter
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
- 6 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 18×13-inch baking sheet.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and add in the cocoa powder. Stir until smooth.
- Pour in the boiling water and allow the mixture to boil for about 30 seconds before removing from heat.
- Pour the cocoa mixture over the flour mixture and stir lightly to combine.
- In a small bowl, mix together the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the chocolate/flour mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 19-21 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, make the frosting by melting the butter in a saucepan.
- Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth, then remove from heat.
- Add in the milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar, and stir until the frosting is smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the warm frosting over the top, spreading it out evenly.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Tips:
- Be sure to use an 18×13-inch baking sheet to avoid spillage.
- You can use chopped walnuts or omit the nuts entirely if desired.
- For extra richness, you can add a splash of brewed coffee to the cake batter.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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