Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZZQ Texas Craft BarbequeTexas Sheet Cake Recipe

Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

Time1h
Serves24

Indulge in our rich and decadent Texas Sheet Cake, a delightful chocolate treat that boasts a moist, tender crumb and a luscious, fudgy frosting. Perfectly sweetened with a hint of vanilla, this crowd-pleaser is baked to perfection and served in generous slices, making it the ultimate dessert for any occasion. Experience the warmth of Southern hospitality in every bite!

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Ingredients

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Cake

Method

Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 17x11 inch sheet pan.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Boiling Water

    Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Frosting Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Frosting

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.

  2. 7

    Combine with Sugar and Milk

    Remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.

  3. 8

    Frost the Cake

    Once the cake has cooled for about 10 minutes, pour the warm frosting over the cake and spread evenly.

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