Best 6 Texas Sheet Cake Vi Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable goodness of Texas Sheet Cake, a classic Southern dessert that captivates taste buds with its moist, fluffy texture and rich chocolate flavor. This iconic cake derives its name from its impressive size, typically baked in a sheet pan, making it perfect for large gatherings or satisfying sweet cravings. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of Texas Sheet Cake recipes, each offering unique variations to tantalize your palate. From the classic chocolate sheet cake to decadent red velvet and luscious carrot cake renditions, our recipes cater to every taste preference. Whether you prefer a traditional or a modern twist, these recipes guarantee a delightful baking experience and an irresistible dessert that will be the star of any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC TEXAS SHEET CAKE



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If you love chocolate, and we mean really truly love, then this classic Texas sheet cake is exactly what your sweet tooth craves. Between the scratch-made cake and the decadent homemade frosting, this dessert is a chocolate lover's dream come true. Unlike most cakes, this tender-crumbed delight should be frosted when it's still hot-no need to let it cool. Pour on the sticky, sweet pecan-flecked frosting and watch it spread into a gloriously glossy blanket that'll keep your cake moist and fresh tasting for as long as it lasts.

Provided by By Bree Hester

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup water
3 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup butter
3 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa
6 tablespoons milk
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir together flour, granulated sugar and salt; set aside.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup butter, the water and 3 tablespoons baking cocoa to boiling. Remove from heat. Pour over flour mixture in bowl; stir until well mixed. Add buttermilk, baking soda, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the eggs; stir until well blended. Pour into pan, spreading evenly.
  • Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, in another 2-quart saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter, 3 tablespoons baking cocoa and the milk to simmering. Remove from heat. Beat in powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla with whisk until smooth. Stir in pecans.
  • Pour frosting over hot cake. Cool completely before cutting, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 44 g, TransFat 1/2 g

THE BEST TEXAS SHEET CAKE



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The best (and easiest) Texas Sheet Cake is an amazing chocolate cake recipe made in a jelly roll pan and covered in warm chocolate frosting.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup water
1 cup butter
3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 Tablespoons milk
3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup butter
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 18x13'' pan.
  • Add water butter cocoa powder to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate bowl mix together the flour, sugar baking soda and salt.
  • In another small bowl mix together the sour cream, eggs and vanilla.
  • Add sour cream/egg mixture to the flour mixture and mix until combined.
  • Once the chocolate mixture in the saucepan in boiling, remove it from heat and pour it into the batter. Mix until combined and no lumps remain.
  • Pour mixture into prepared pan and smooth with a spatula to make sure it is dispersed in an even layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until set (mine is usually done around 15 minutes).
  • When the cake is about half-way through cooking, prepare the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 kcal, Carbohydrate 71 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 343 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 56 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TEXAS SHEET CAKE



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This chocolaty delight was one of my favorites growing up. The Texas sheet cake is so moist and the icing so sweet that everyone who samples it wants a copy of the recipe. -Susan Ormond, Jamestown, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup water
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
ICING:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons 2% milk
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the butter, water and cocoa to a boil. Remove from the heat. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt; add to cocoa mixture. Stir in the sour cream until smooth. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., In a small saucepan, melt butter; add milk and cocoa. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Whisk in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Pour over warm cake. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE TEXAS SHEET CAKE



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This is hands-down my all-time favorite cake! I fell in love making it after my grandmother shared the recipe with me. This cake is super quick, easy, and fun to make! Definitely recommend this for first time bakers and anyone else who would love to take a bite out of a delicious chocolate Texas sheet cake.

Provided by Bekah Miller

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup salted butter
1 cup water
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter
6 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10x15-inch cake pan.
  • Combine butter, water, and cocoa powder for cake in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until butter has melted and mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, mix flour, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl.
  • Add melted butter mixture to the flour mixture, then add buttermilk-egg mixture and beat until thoroughly combined. Pour into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Remove cake from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine butter, milk, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract for the frosting in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until butter melts, then stir in powdered sugar. Spread frosting over the warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 169.6 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

TEXAS SHEET CAKE



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Make and share this Texas Sheet Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mahatfield

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 sheet cake, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup margarine or 1 cup butter, melted
1 cup water
4 tablespoons cocoa
2 cups white sugar
2 cups white flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
4 tablespoons cocoa
6 tablespoons milk
1 lb confectioners' sugar
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Batter:.
  • Put margarine (or butter), water and cocoa in a large pan and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and add the rest of the batter ingredients.
  • Mix with electric mixer until smooth.
  • Pour into an 11 x 16 x 1.5-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 20 minutes.
  • Frosting:.
  • Bring margarine (or butter), cocoa, and milk to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in confectioners' sugar and nuts.
  • Add vanilla.
  • Pour on cake as soon as it comes out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669, Fat 32.6, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 37, Sodium 493.3, Carbohydrate 91.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 71, Protein 6

TEXAS SHEET CAKE V



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I have made this recipe for years. My children always chose it for their birthday cake over any other, and it makes enough for a crowd. Moist and delicious. Very easy to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Carolyn Herbert

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup sour cream
2 eggs
1 cup butter
1 cup water
5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
6 tablespoons milk
5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10x15 inch pan.
  • Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Beat in the sour cream and eggs. Set aside. Melt the butter on low in a saucepan, add the water and 5 tablespoons cocoa. Bring mixture to a boil then remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly, then stir cocoa mixture into the egg mixture, mixing until blended.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • For the icing: In a large saucepan, combine the milk, 5 tablespoons cocoa and 1/2 cup butter. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla, then fold in the nuts, mixing until blended. Spread frosting over warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 145.4 mg, Sugar 28.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure your oven is preheated before baking the cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
  • If you are making the chocolate frosting, be sure to use a good quality cocoa powder.
  • You can also use a store-bought frosting if you prefer.
  • Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles, chopped nuts, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Texas Sheet Cake is an easy-to-make, delicious cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is a moist, chocolatey cake with a rich chocolate frosting. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a dessert to make, give Texas Sheet Cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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