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Ultimate Rich Texas Sheet Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Chocolate Frosting Guide

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A moist and tender Texas sheet cake with a rich chocolate flavor and creamy chocolate frosting, perfect for gatherings and quick dessert cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (75 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (225 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, let sit 5 minutes)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • ¼ cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) milk, whole or 2% (for frosting)
  • 3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in boiling water and ¾ cup cocoa powder until smooth.
  4. Pour the warm cocoa mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Stir in buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy. Batter will be thin.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let cake cool in pan for about 15 minutes before frosting.
  8. To make frosting, beat softened butter with cocoa powder until combined. Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating after each addition until smooth.
  9. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Adjust milk or sugar to achieve spreadable consistency.
  10. Spread frosting evenly over warm cake. Allow cake to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Bloom the cocoa powder in boiling water for richer chocolate flavor. Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Frost the cake while warm for a silky finish. Use gluten-free flour and dairy-free substitutes for allergy-friendly versions.

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