Texas Sheet Cake is a very rich & moist sheet cake, it’s oozing with chocolatey goodness. This is perfect for serving to a crowd & is quick to put together. A true Classic!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Texas Sheet Cake is one of those desserts that never fails to impress, whether you are serving it at a family gathering, a potluck, or just because it is been a long week and chocolate sounds like a good idea. It is incredibly rich, ultra moist, and topped with that signature fudgy chocolate icing that seeps into every little corner of the cake. The thin sheet style means you get the perfect balance of cake and frosting in every bite, which is honestly what makes this recipe so special.

You will love how easy this cake is to make compared to how decadent it tastes. There is no layering, no fancy decorating, and no stress involved. Everything comes together quickly, bakes evenly, and feeds a crowd without requiring extra effort. It is the kind of recipe you can make confidently for parties, holidays, or last minute guests and know it will disappear fast.

The texture is another reason this recipe stands out. The cake stays soft and tender for days, and the warm poured frosting sets into a slightly crackly, melt in your mouth chocolate topping that is hard to resist. If you love classic Southern desserts or old fashioned chocolate cakes, this one checks every box.

This is also one of those nostalgic recipes that brings people back for seconds. It feels familiar, comforting, and homemade in the best way possible. Whether you serve it straight from the pan, with chopped pecans sprinkled on top, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this Texas Sheet Cake is always a crowd pleaser and a recipe you will find yourself making again and again.

You’ve heard about sheet cakes, but have you ever made one? This Texas Sheet Cake is an excellent choice for your first sheet cake. 

Tips:
You can bake this in a smaller pan for a thicker cake, but it will take more time to bake.
A cookie sheet that has sides will work for this cake.
You can omit the pecans if you prefer.

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Are you ready to make a dessert that will WOW any guest? A Texas Sheet Cake is always quick and easy to make. However, the outcome is this chocolate cake covered in warm chocolate frosting. DELICIOUS!

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Any celebration is worthy of a sheet cake. It just so happens that many people love making Texas Sheet Cakes because they are simple, yet so very yummy. This recipe for sheet cake will quickly become a favorite in your household. There will be no holding this recipe hostage because everyone will want it. 

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What is Texas Sheet Cake?

You’ve probably heard of this amazing dessert, but you may not know what it is exactly. This sheet cake is inspired by the German Sweet Chocolate Cake. A traditional Texas sheet cake calls for buttermilk and pecans. You can find the full recipe in the recipe card and it’s going to knock your socks off! 

Ingredients for Making Texas Sheet Cake

What goes in this amazing cake? The main ingredients are listed below, but if you keep scrolling you will run into the full recipe for Texas Sheet Cake. Here are the main ingredients to gather for making this cake oozing of chocolate flavor. 

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  All purpose flour – make sure you have flour on hand!.

  
  
• Butter – you can also use margarine.
• Water – a simple yet important ingredient.
• Cocoa – for more of a chocolate flavor, you can use dark chocolate.
• Eggs – you can’t bake this cake without eggs. 
• Buttermilk – see buttermilk section below for making your own buttermilk. 
• Baking soda – this helps the cake rise. 
• Vanilla – this ingredient is going to help add flavor!
• Salt – you can’t forget the salt. 
• Granulated sugar – you’ll need sugar to help make this cake nice and sweet. 
• Confectioners sugar – another ingredient to make the cake sweet! 
• Chopped pecans – this is optional, but makes it so much better! 
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  13×18 inch pan – you can bake this in a smaller pan for a thicker cake, but it will take more time to bake.

  
  

How to Make the Frosting

In my opinion, the frosting is always the best part of any cake. You’ll want to know HOW to make the frosting 

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  Melt the butter in a saucepan over the stove, or in a large bowl in the microwave.  

  
  
• Stir in the cocoa and remove from the heat.
• Sift the powdered sugar into the cocoa, and mix in the milk, vanilla and pecans.
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  Pour over the cake as soon as you remove it from the oven.  Let cool completely before serving.

  
  

How can I make my own buttermilk?

If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute – 1 cup milk, mix in 1 Tablespoon vinegar.  Let stand for 2 minutes, then stir and use the amount needed in the recipe.

What kind of pan can I use for making Texas Sheet Cake?

The recipe calls for a 13×18 inch pan, but you do have a few other options. 

You can bake this in a smaller pan for a thicker cake, just remember it will take extra time to bake.

You can also use a cookie sheet that has sides! This type of pan will help you get the consistency of a sheet cake that you desire. 

Do I need to put the Texas Sheet Cake in the fridge?

Most cakes are okay sitting on the counter. HOWEVER, if you want this recipe for Texas Sheet Cake to last longer, then you should store it in the fridge. 

Extra Tips for Making Texas Sheet Cake 

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  You can store the leftover cake in an airtight container on the counter for up to 5 days.

  
  
• You can store this cake in the refrigerator for 7 days.
• This cake can be frozen for up to 3 months. 
• You can leave the pecans out if you’d like! 

If you’ve been craving Texas Sheet Cake and don’t know where to start, give this recipe a try. You’ll love the simplicity of the recipe and how delicious everything tastes! 

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