Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake is a classic Southern dessert that originated in Texas, hence the name. It is known for its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Texas Sheet Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Any, Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add water and cocoa powder, and bring to a boil.
4. Pour the cocoa mixture over the flour mixture and mix well.
5. Stir in the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
9. In a saucepan, melt the butter for the frosting. Add cocoa powder and milk, and bring to a boil.
10. Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
11. Pour the frosting over the warm cake and spread evenly.
12. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
13. Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.