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Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake
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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful Texas Sheet Cake, a classic dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering. This soft, moist chocolate cake is baked in a large sheet pan and topped with a rich, fudgy frosting that incorporates chopped pecans for a satisfying crunch. Ideal for birthdays, potlucks, or family dinners, this easy-to-make cake serves 15 and delivers a heavenly chocolate experience in every slice. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, bakers of all levels will love how effortlessly this cake comes together. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature—either way, it’s a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons whole milk
  • 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10×15 inch baking pan.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in water and cocoa powder; bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and eggs until blended.
  4. In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the sour cream mixture while mixing on low speed.
  5. Once cooled slightly, add the chocolate mixture to the batter and mix thoroughly.
  6. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the frosting, boil milk, cocoa powder, and butter; remove from heat and stir in confectioners sugar and vanilla extract before folding in pecans.
  8. Frost the warm cake immediately after removing it from the oven.

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