Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake
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Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake

20 servings
This seasonal spin on a classic Texas sheet cake might just be better than the original.

Ingredients

  • baking spray
  • can pumpkin puree
    1
  • vegetable oil
    1 c
  • packed light brown sugar
    1 c
  • granulated sugar
    ½ c
  • whole buttermilk
    ½ c
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • eggs

    at room

    2
  • all-purpose flour
    2 c
  • pumpkin pie spice
    2 tsp
  • baking soda
    5 ½ tsp
  • kosher salt
    1 tsp
  • unsalted butter
    ½ c
  • unsweetened
    ½
  • whole buttermilk
    3 tbsp
  • spicy

    fruity cola soft

    3 tbsp
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp
  • powdered sugar
    3 c
  • chopped toasted pecans

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 17 1/2- x 12 1/2-inch rimmed baking sheet with baking spray; set aside. Gather all ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Whisk together pumpkin, oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, buttermilk, vanilla, and eggs in a large bowl. Sift together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt over pumpkin mixture in bowl. Whisk together until just combined. Transfer batter to prepared baking sheet, spreading into an even layer.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Bake until a wooden pick inserted into center of Cake comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Let cool in baking sheet on a wire rack while preparing Fudge Icing.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Prepare the Fudge Icing: Melt butter and chocolate in a medium saucepan over medium-low, whisking often, until smooth. Remove from heat, and whisk in buttermilk, soft drink, and salt. Gradually sift in powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, whisking until fully combined after each addition. Immediately pour icing over warm Cake, spreading evenly using an offset spatula. Sprinkle with pecans. Cool completely in baking sheet until icing is set, about 1 hour.

    Step 4
Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake
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Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake

105 min20 servings

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About this Recipe

Prepare to fall in love with your new favorite autumn dessert: this incredible Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake. It's a seasonal spin on a beloved classic that truly might be better than the original, delivering comforting flavors perfect for any gathering.

What makes this Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake so special is its unique blend of traditional richness and vibrant autumn spices. By incorporating pumpkin puree and a generous amount of pumpkin pie spice, the cake achieves a depth of flavor and an incredibly moist texture that elevates it beyond a standard sheet cake. This thoughtful combination creates a dessert that's both familiar and wonderfully new.

With every bite of this Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake, you'll experience a delightful dance of sweet, spiced warmth. The cake itself is incredibly tender and moist, perfectly balanced by a rich, flavorful frosting that melts in your mouth. The addition of chopped toasted pecans adds a wonderful textural contrast, bringing a satisfying crunch to the soft cake and creamy topping. This generous dessert is designed to impress and delight a crowd, making it the perfect centerpiece for any large gathering, and takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes total to prepare.

While fantastic as-is, you can easily adapt this Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake to your pantry or preferences. If you don't have fresh pecans, chopped toasted walnuts would be an excellent alternative for crunch. For the frosting, if you prefer a less adventurous flavor, a regular cola soft drink can be used in place of the spicy, fruity cola. Don't have buttermilk? A simple homemade buttermilk substitute (milk + lemon juice or vinegar) can work in a pinch for both the cake and the frosting.

This generous Pumpkin Spice Texas Sheet Cake, yielding 20 servings, is ideal for holiday feasts, potlucks, or any occasion where you need to feed a crowd. Serve it with a cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold milk for the ultimate comforting experience.

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