Prepare your taste buds for a symphony of chocolate indulgence with our creation, The Ultimate Chocolate Extravaganza Sheet Cake. This exceptional recipe, generously shared by my wonderful mother-in-law during the joyous days of my engagement to Ladd, has been elevated to unparalleled heights through my own decadent twists. Brace yourself for an exquisite journey through layers of moist, rich, and irresistibly chocolaty goodness, ensuring every bite elicits sheer bliss.
The Ultimate Chocolate Extravaganza Sheet Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup butter
- 4 heaping tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Icing:
- 1/2 cup + 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 heaping tablespoons cocoa powder
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound (minus 1/2 cup) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Add cocoa, stirring to combine. Pour in boiling water, allowing it to boil for 30 seconds. Turn off the heat and pour the cocoa mixture over the flour mixture, stirring lightly to cool.
- Combine buttermilk, beaten eggs, baking soda, and vanilla. Stir the buttermilk mixture into the butter/chocolate mixture. Pour into an 18-by-13-inch sheet cake pan and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the icing: Melt butter in a saucepan. Add cocoa, stir to combine, and turn off the heat. Add milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar, stirring together. Incorporate pecans, stir, and pour over the warm cake.
Conclusion:
As you cut into squares, each morsel will transport you to a realm of unparalleled chocolate ecstasy. Revel in the joy of creating The Ultimate Chocolate Extravaganza Sheet Cake—a true testament to the sublime artistry of chocolate confections. Share this masterpiece with friends and family, and let the symphony of delight resound with every heavenly bite. This is not just a cake; it’s a grand celebration of chocolate perfection on a sheet. Enjoy!
