White Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
The White Texas Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion, whether you are celebrating a birthday, having a party, or simply enjoying a sweet treat. It is a popular choice for its simplicity and ease of preparation, and, of course, its delicious taste.
Ingredients
- 2 cups 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 cups 500 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon 5 grams baking powder
- 1 teaspoon 5 grams salt
- 1/4 teaspoon 1.25 grams baking soda
- 1 cup 225 grams unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup 240 ml water
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1/2 cup 120 grams sour cream
- 1 teaspoon 5 ml almond extract
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup 115 grams unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup 60 ml 2% milk
- 4-1/2 cups 565 grams confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon 5 ml almond extract
- 1 cup 100 grams chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the water and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and pour into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, and almond extract. Add to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes before frosting.
To Make Frosting:
- To make the frosting, cream together the butter and milk in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar and almond extract until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
- Garnish with chopped walnuts, if desired.
- Enjoy!