Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake

Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake
105 min.
20
275kcal

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Indulge in the rich and decadent experience of Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake, a beloved dessert that perfectly captures the essence of southern baking. This delightful cake is not only a feast for the eyes with its luscious chocolate glaze, but it also offers a moist and tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this cake serves up to 20 people, making it an ideal choice for sharing delicious moments with friends and loved ones.

One of the best parts about this Texas classic is its quick preparation time of just 105 minutes, allowing you to whip up a show-stopping dessert without spending all day in the kitchen. The harmony of ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, sour cream, and a generous splash of vanilla extract creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

As you take your first bite, you'll appreciate the balance of sweetness and richness, crafted with simple yet effective ingredients. The smooth chocolate icing, poured onto the warm cake, seeps in, making every slice a heavenly treat. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just wishing to satisfy a chocolate craving, this Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake is sure to impress and delight. Don't miss the chance to bake this charming dessert that bridges tradition and taste beautifully!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 16 ounce confectioners' sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup water 
  • cups sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 15 1/2x10 1/2-inch jelly roll pan.
  2. Bring water, 1 cup margarine, and 1/4 cup cocoa powder to a boil in a large saucepan; remove from heat and stir in flour, white sugar, and salt. Beat eggs, sour cream, and baking soda in a bowl; stir into flour mixture until just blended.
  3. Pour batter into prepared jelly roll pan.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, bring 1/2 cup margarine, milk, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to a boil in another saucepan; remove from heat and stir in confectioner's sugar until icing is smooth.
  6. Spread icing over cake immediately after removing from oven. Allow cake to cool before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories275kcal
Protein3.4%
Fat21%
Carbs75.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.15
Glycemic Load
20.94
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.2339130769605%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
2.11mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.93kcal
13.75%
Fat:6.58g
10.12%
Saturated Fat:1.86g
11.6%
Carbohydrates:53.3g
17.77%
Net Carbohydrates:52.56g
19.11%
Sugar:42.65g
47.39%
Cholesterol:20.3mg
6.77%
Sodium:177.85mg
7.73%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:2.4g
4.79%
Selenium:6.3µg
9%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
7%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.54%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.51%
Folate:25.69µg
6.42%
Vitamin A:269.87IU
5.4%
Iron:0.83mg
4.64%
Phosphorus:40.33mg
4.03%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.88%
Copper:0.07mg
3.4%
Fiber:0.74g
2.94%
Magnesium:10.07mg
2.52%
Calcium:19.6mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.66%
Potassium:53.27mg
1.52%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Source:Allrecipes