Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake

24 servings
This Texas sheet cake is so yummy! We love that it's easy to make. The cake is moist and the frosting is irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 5 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs

    beaten

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 12 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons milk
  • 1 lb powdered sugar

    16 oz

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray an 18” x 13” pan with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Once the cake is halfway done baking begin making the frosting. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and heat until melted. Once fully melted add the cocoa powder and stir until smooth.

Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake

5.0(28)53 min24 servings

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About this Recipe

Looking for a dessert that’s easy to make, feeds a crowd, and is guaranteed to be a hit every time? This Texas Sheet Cake delivers on all fronts, promising a delightfully moist chocolate cake crowned with an irresistible frosting.

What makes this recipe truly special is its straightforward approach, combining simple pantry staples like butter, cocoa powder, and buttermilk for a remarkably tender and moist crumb. The magic happens when the warm cake meets a quickly prepared, decadent frosting, creating that signature melt-in-your-mouth experience everyone loves. It’s a classic for a reason, designed for ease without sacrificing flavor.

Prepare for a truly classic experience with this Texas Sheet Cake. You'll find a wonderfully tender, rich chocolate cake, incredibly moist from ingredients like buttermilk and eggs, perfectly balanced with cocoa powder. The generous layer of chocolate frosting, made with powdered sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla, creates a sweet, fudgy topping that beautifully complements the cake. This is the kind of dessert that feels special, yet is surprisingly easy to whip up, making it perfect for feeding a large gathering.

While this recipe is perfect as is, you can easily adapt it. For a twist, try swapping a portion of the milk in the frosting for strong brewed coffee to subtly deepen the chocolate flavor. If you're out of buttermilk for the cake, a simple homemade substitute of milk and lemon juice or vinegar can work in a pinch, though be sure to let it sit for a few minutes before adding.

This impressive cake is ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or any celebration where you need to serve a crowd. Its generous 24 servings ensure there's enough deliciousness to go around, making it a guaranteed centerpiece for your next event.

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