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Classic Sheet Cake Recipe

American · Dessert · 45 min total

A moist, tender vanilla sheet cake topped with fudgy chocolate frosting. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any gathering.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/3 cup milk
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x18-inch sheet pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup butter, water, and 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour over flour mixture; stir until combined.
4. In a small bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add to batter and mix well.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
6. For frosting: In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter with 1/4 cup cocoa powder. Stir in milk and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
7. Pour warm frosting over cooled cake and spread evenly. Let set before cutting.

Tips

• For a lighter frosting, let it cool slightly before spreading.
• Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Can be frozen for up to 1 month.

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