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Texas Sheet Cake

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A deliciously rich and moist chocolate cake that’s perfect for sharing at gatherings, evoking nostalgia and sweet memories.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1/3 cup milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prep the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a sheet pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
  3. Boil the chocolate mixture: In a saucepan, bring the unsalted butter, water, and 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to a boil.
  4. Combine chocolate with dry ingredients: Pour the hot chocolate mixture over the flour mixture and whisk together until smooth.
  5. Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, blend the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Stir the egg mixture into the chocolate mixture until fully blended.
  7. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and bake for about 20-25 minutes.
  8. Prepare the frosting: While the cake is baking, melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the 1/4 cup cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract.
  9. Sweeten the frosting: Gradually add the powdered sugar, whisking until smooth and glossy.
  10. Frost the warm cake: Pour the frosting over the warm cake as soon as it comes out of the oven.
  11. Let it cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting it into squares and serving.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, consider using high-quality cocoa powder and ensure your eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature.

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