Pioneer Woman Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
If you love rich chocolate desserts, this Pioneer Woman Texas Sheet Cake Recipe is perfect for you. It is soft, moist and full of chocolate flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a sheet pan lightly. This helps the cake not stick and bake evenly.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir well so everything combines nicely and evenly.
Prepare Chocolate Mixture
- In a saucepan, melt butter with water and cocoa powder. Heat until boiling, then remove from heat immediately.
Combine Wet and Dry
- Pour the hot cocoa mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix quickly until smooth and no lumps remain in batter.
Add Buttermilk and Eggs
- Add buttermilk, eggs and vanilla extract. Mix everything well until the batter becomes smooth and slightly thin.
Pour into Pan
- Pour the batter into your prepared sheet pan. Spread evenly using a spatula for a smooth surface.
Bake the Cake
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Check with a toothpick. If it comes clean, your cake is ready.
Start Frosting
- While cake bakes, melt butter in a saucepan. Add cocoa powder and milk. Bring to a gentle boil.
Add Sugar and Vanilla
- Remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy texture forms.
Add Pecans
- Stir in chopped pecans if you like. They add crunch and flavor to the soft chocolate frosting.
Frost the Cake
- Pour warm frosting over hot cake. Spread quickly so it covers the cake evenly before it sets.
Let It Set
- Allow the cake to cool for 30 minutes. The frosting will firm up and create a soft, shiny layer.
Notes
- Use fresh buttermilk for best flavor and soft texture
- Do not overbake the cake to keep it moist
- Add cinnamon for a warm, unique taste
- Replace pecans with walnuts if preferred
- Use espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor
- Try adding chocolate chips for extra richness
- Always frost the cake while it is still warm