Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake
Experience the delight of our Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake, a recipe that embodies both flavor and cherished tradition. This delectable cake goes beyond being a dessert; it's a symphony of sweet chocolatey notes that gracefully dance upon your taste buds. Picture the moist crumb of the cake each bite infused with the satisfying essence of cocoa perfectly balanced, with a velvety smooth frosting that delicately glides over the top. Whether you're gathering with loved ones celebrating an occasion or simply indulging in an evening treat this cake is more than just a sugary delight; it takes you on an enchanting journey, through the heartwarming realm of southern comfort baking leaving you and your loved ones longing for another slice.
24 Servings
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 c salted butter
- 1 c water
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 2 c white sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ c buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- ½ c unsalted butter
- 6 tbsp milk
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 c confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Flour a cake pan measuring 10x15 inches.
Make the Cake:
- In a saucepan combine 1 cup of butter, 1 cup of water and 3 tablespoons of cocoa. Heat the mixture until the butter melts. Then remove it from heat.
- In a bowl mix together 2 cups of flour, 2 cups of sugar and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- In another bowl whisk together ½ cup of buttermilk, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Combine the melted butter mixture with the flour mixture. Then add in the buttermilk mixture. Stir everything until well combined.
- Pour this batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack, for five minutes.
Make the Frosting:
- While waiting for the cake to bake melt half a cup of butter in a saucepan.
- Add in six tablespoons of milk three tablespoons of cocoa powder and one teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- Gradually mix in two cups of confectioners' sugar until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Spread this delicious frosting over your cake.
- Indulge, in the delight of a Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake!
Notes
To create a version of our beloved Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake embrace the magic of gluten-free all-purpose flour. It's a substitute that allows you to savor the delightful flavor and texture without the presence of gluten. When selecting your flour opt for a blend specifically designed to be a replacement, for all-purpose flour. This ensures a transformation preserving the cake's crumb and moist texture. Additionally pay attention to your baking powder and other ingredients making sure they are also gluten-free. Sometimes gluten can hide in places.