This rich and decadent Southern classic is beloved for its ultra-moist texture and fudgy chocolate frosting poured over the cake while it’s still warm. This Texas Sheet Cake Recipe is a crowd favorite—simple, satisfying, and ideal for potlucks or family events.
Ingredients for this Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup water
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Icing:
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup butter
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
Directions
1. Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10×15-inch jelly roll or sheet cake pan.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add in the sour cream and eggs, mixing until smooth.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, water, and cocoa powder. Stir continuously and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and pour the mixture into the flour mixture. Stir until well combined.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
3. Bake:
Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Begin preparing the icing while the cake bakes.
4. Make the Icing:
In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, and butter. Bring to a boil while stirring. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add walnuts if using.
5. Ice the Cake:
Immediately pour the warm icing over the hot cake. Spread evenly and allow it to cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition Info (approx. per serving)
- Calories: 330
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fiber: 1g
Prep Time & Info
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 20
- Difficulty: Easy
This Texas Sheet Cake Recipe is the perfect combination of chocolatey richness and Southern comfort. It’s easy, indulgent, and always a hit.
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