Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake with Rich Fudgy Frosting - Perfect One Pan Dessert

Make this moist chocolate sheet cake with creamy fudgy frosting - perfect for parties, potlucks, and family gatherings. Quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser!

20 Prep

30 Cook

12 Servings

By Franck

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 6 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour over the dry ingredients. Mix well until combined.

In a separate small bowl, beat the eggs with buttermilk and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the chocolate batter and stir until smooth and well incorporated.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, cocoa powder, and milk. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Whisk in vanilla extract and gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth and creamy. Stir in nuts if using.

Pour the warm frosting over the hot cake as soon as it comes out of the oven. Spread evenly with a spatula. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.