Description
This Easy Texas Sheet Cake is a moist, rich chocolate cake baked in a single pan and topped with a luscious homemade cocoa frosting. Perfect for gatherings and effortless to prepare, this classic dessert delivers intense chocolate flavor with a tender crumb and creamy frosting in less than an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking pan measuring approximately 18×13 inches to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 2 cups sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix 1 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 3 large eggs, and 2 tsp vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done.
- Prepare Frosting: While the cake bakes, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 1/4 cup cocoa powder until well combined. Remove from heat and whisk in 3 cups powdered sugar and 1/4 cup milk until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cake while it is still slightly warm to allow the frosting to set beautifully.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- Ensure the cake is slightly warm before frosting to help the icing spread smoothly.
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt thinned with a little milk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- This recipe can be doubled for a larger gathering using two pans.
