Texas sheet cake
Texas sheet cake is a classic Southern dessert that's perfect for feeding a crowd. This moist and tender chocolate cake is baked in a large, shallow pan, resulting in a thin, rich layer of cake that's perfect for serving at potlucks, parties, or family gatherings.
The cake is typically topped with a smooth, fudgy chocolate icing and chopped pecans, which add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. The combination of the soft cake and the creamy icing creates a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth experience that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Whether enjoyed as a casual treat or as the star of a special occasion, Texas sheet cake is a beloved favorite that captures the heart and soul of Southern baking.
The cake is typically topped with a smooth, fudgy chocolate icing and chopped pecans, which add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. The combination of the soft cake and the creamy icing creates a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth experience that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Whether enjoyed as a casual treat or as the star of a special occasion, Texas sheet cake is a beloved favorite that captures the heart and soul of Southern baking.
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RECIPE
Ingredients
- 2 CUPS SELF-RISING FLOUR
- 1 3/4 CUPS SUGAR
- 5 TBSP. COCOA
- 1 DASH SALT
- 1/4 TSP. CINNAMON
- 2 EGGS
- 1 CUP COCA COLA
- 1/2 CUP WATER
- 1 STICK SALTED BUTTER (MELTED)
- 1 TSP. VANILLA
- 1/2 CUP COOKING OIL
- Combine dry ingredients in separate bowl and whisk until cocoa is well blended. In mixing bowl combine the eggs, cola, water, butter, vanilla, and cooking oil.
- Mix on low while adding dry ingredients 1/2 cup at a time. Mix on med/low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a well-greased and floured 13 x 9 cake pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Insert toothpick into center of cake and when it comes out clean it is done! This is a very moist cake. Use Chocolate Icing Recipe. Ice cake in the baking pan!
“My Aunt Susan made a cake very similar to this each Christmas and we LOVED and looked forward to it as kids!" - Tammy