A sinful sheet cake that will defy all rules. The moist, super-rich, and fudgy. This Chocolate Sheet Cake is unquestionably delicious. The best chocolate dessert you’ll ever have. And it is super easy to make with a few simple ingredients. Perfect for potlucks or any gathering. Get ready to answer questions and take in all the compliments because this cake is a star! It will disappear really fast. This is not one of those shortcut cake recipes, you’ll be making it from scratch. But don’t fret because it is so easy to make.
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE CAKE
2 cups Flour
2 cups Sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons (heaping) Cocoa
2 sticks Butter
1 cup Boiling Water
1/2 cup Buttermilk
2 whole Beaten Eggs
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Vanilla
FOR FROSTING
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1-3/4 stick Butter
4 tablespoons (heaping) Cocoa
6 tablespoons Milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1 pound (minus 1/2 Cup) Powdered Sugar
How to make The Pioneer Woman’s Chocolate Sheet Cake
Step 1: Combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Step 2: Melt the butter in a saucepan and add in the cocoa. Mix well.
Step 3: Pour in boiling water and allow the mixture to boil for about 30 seconds before turning off the heat.
Step 4: Mix the cocoa mixture with the flour mixture. Stir and cool for a bit.
Step 5: Combine the buttermilk, beaten eggs, baking soda, and vanilla in a measuring cup.
Step 6: Whisk the buttermilk mixture into the butter-chocolate mixture.
Step 7: Now, pour the mixture into the sheet cake pan. Place inside the oven and bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.
Step 8: Meanwhile, chop the pecans finely. Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the cocoa. Turn off the heat before adding the milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Mix well. And stir in the pecans.
Step 8: Pour the frosting over the warm cake and cut it into squares before serving. Enjoy!
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