Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

Name: Texas Sheet Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 4 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 cup butter; 2 cups sugar; 2 cups flour; ½ cup sour cream; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup butter; 4 tablespoons cocoa powder; 6 tablespoons evaporated milk; 1 lb powdered sugar; 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) or 1 cup pecans (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup water
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
2 cups flour
½ cup sour cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
6 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 lb powdered sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) or 1 cup pecans (optional)

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For the cake:.
2
Combine the water, cocoa powder and butter in a glass bowl, microwave on high for 3 minutes.
3
Add the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth.
4
Pour onto a cookie sheet and bake for 18 minutes in a 350 degree farenheit oven.
5
For the topping:.
6
Microwave the butter, cocoa powder and evaporated milk on high for 3 minutes.
7
Add the sugar and nuts.
8
Mix with a hand mixer until combined well.
9
Pour on the cake while still warm.

2261

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

285

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup water, 4 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 cup butter, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Texas Sheet Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Texas Sheet Cake

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