HELEN'S CHOCOLATE WALNUT TEXAS SHEET CAKE

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This cake came to more family picnics over the years than some members of the family! The recipe came from our dear family friend, Helen, written about when I posted her scrumptious "Helen's Cheesy Potatoes." Just 2 suggestions: (1) Assemble your ingredients before you start. Often, you can measure out the same ingredient...

Provided by Fran Miller

Categories     Chocolate

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

FOR THE CAKE:
2 stick margarine
1 c water
4 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 c sugar
2 eggs
2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 c sour cream
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla extract
FOR THE GLAZE:
1 stick margarine
4 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
6 Tbsp milk
3 c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
some chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mist a jelly roll pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • 2. In a saucepan, bring to a boil the 2 sticks of margarine, water, and cocoa powder. Stir often. Remove from heat and allow to cool a little while you assemble the next set of cake ingredients.
  • 3. In a mixing bowl, add the sugar, eggs, flour, sour cream, salt, baking soda, and vanilla. Gently blend with the mixer.
  • 4. Then add the cocoa mixture and mix until well-blended.
  • 5. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, then bake for 17-25 minutes. Check early, testing with a toothpick in the center of the cake.
  • 6. WHILE THE CAKE IS BAKING, MAKE THE GLAZE after washing the beaters to the mixer.
  • 7. In a saucepan, bring to a boil the stick of margarine, milk, and cocoa powder, stirring often. Remove from heat and add the powdered sugar and vanilla to the saucepan. Beat with the mixer until well-blended.
  • 8. Pour the glaze over the HOT FROM THE OVEN cake, spreading evenly.
  • 9. Add walnuts, if desired, to the hot glazed cake. Cool on a baking rack until room temperature. Then stand back to avoid the stampede! =^..^=

Jones Kwame
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This cake is so moist and chocolatey. The walnuts add a nice crunch, and the frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Nisan Vlog
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so simple to make. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Wanga Marquele
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a snack. It's always gone in minutes.


Ishaq Ahmad
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This cake is delicious! The chocolate and walnut flavors go together perfectly. It's a great cake for any chocolate lover.


gamer tray
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I've made this cake several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


Rashid Dar
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This cake is so moist and chocolatey. The walnuts add a nice crunch, and the frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Jeet Heytong
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so simple to make. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Mi Mo
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a snack. It's always gone in minutes.


Abraham Tarawalie
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I made this cake for my son's birthday party, and it was a huge success! The kids loved it, and the adults did too. It's a great cake for any celebration.


Gxnyth
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This cake is so delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and walnuts. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Regina Mawutor
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ahsansshah Rizvi
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was so moist and chocolatey, and the walnuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.