AKA Crazy Cake! This recipe is a classic for a reason– it’s soooo moist and delicious
Texas Sheet Cake is a classic, easy-to-make dessert known for its rich chocolate flavor and creamy icing. This recipe is a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| For the Cake | |
| Cooking spray | As needed |
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 2 cups |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Water | 3/4 cup |
| Butter or margarine | 1/2 cup |
| Unsweetened cocoa | 1/4 cup |
| Buttermilk | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| For the Icing | |
| Butter or margarine | 6 tablespoons |
| Fat-free milk | 1/3 cup |
| Unsweetened cocoa | 1/4 cup |
| Powdered sugar | 3 cups |
| Chopped pecans (toasted) | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pan: Grease and flour a 15×10 inch jelly-roll pan.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 2 cups sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Make the wet ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine 3/4 cup water, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour into the dry ingredients.
- Beat batter: Beat the mixture at medium speed with an electric mixer until well-combined. Add 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs. Beat until well-incorporated.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Make the icing: In a medium saucepan, combine 6 tablespoons butter, 1/3 cup fat-free milk, and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and gradually stir in 3 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- Frost the cake: Spread the icing evenly over the cooled cake.
- Serve: Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
