Delicious and Moist Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

This classic Texas Sheet Cake is a moist and flavorful chocolate cake topped with a rich and fudgy icing. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, from potlucks and BBQs to birthdays and holidays. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy a slice of this decadent cake, and you'll understand why it's a beloved recipe in Texas and beyond.

Ingredients

• Cake:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Icing:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup milk
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a saucepan, combine the butter and water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour the hot butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.
5. Add in the buttermilk, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, prepare the icing. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
9. Whisk in the cocoa powder and milk until smooth.
10. Remove the saucepan from the heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the icing is smooth.
11. If desired, stir in the chopped pecans.
12. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
13. Pour the warm icing over the still-warm cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
14. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

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