Texas Sheet Cake is a classic dessert that is loved by many. Here’s a recipe to prepare it:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 3 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the water and cocoa powder and whisk until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Add the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the cocoa powder and milk and whisk until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth.
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- Pour the frosting over the warm cake and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious Texas Sheet Cake!