Who hasn’t heard of Texas sheet cake or is it just me since I live next to Texas. Texas sheet cake is usually chocolate not white but it’s time you meet the sister for the non chocolate lovers, a sin right? Who doesn’t like chocolate, don’t admit it. I suppose Texas sheet cake got it’s name since it is made in a large sheet cake pan like the large state of Texas, verses a regular size cake pan like the state of Arkansas 🙂 . I must admit, I’m a self proclaimed chocolate lover but every once an while a girls’ got to have another flavor like vanilla. I make a very popular version of Texas sheet cake called Rocky Road Texas sheet cake that is beloved by all, and is my go-to recipe for a crowd, so check out the recipe and decide which mood your in for making sheet cake. This recipe is slightly adapted from Frieda loves bread, who got it from her friend Dani Slaugh and the rest is history.
White Texas Sheet Cake
1 c. butter
1 c. water
2 c. sugar
2 c. + 4 T flour
1/2 t salt
1 t soda
2 eggs
1 t vanilla
1/2 c. sour cream
Frosting:
1/2 C butter
6 T buttermilk or regular milk
1 t vanilla
3 1/2 c. powdered sugar
dash of salt
1 c. pecans (optional)
Directions:
Step 1: Put butter and water in a large bowl. Heat in microwave for 2 minutes. Stir until all the butter is melted. Step 2: Add sugar, flour, salt, and soda, stir with a wire whisk until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, beat well. Stir in sour cream until all is blended.
Step 3: Pour into a 11”x17” baking sheet that has been greased and floured.
Step 4: Bake at 375º for 20-25 minutes, until cake springs back when lightly touched or toothpick inserted in center comes clean. Remove from the oven and make the frosting.
Step 5: Cook butter and milk for 3-4 minutes in microwave. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a dash of salt. Beat until smooth. Add nuts or no nuts and gently spread on warm cake.
Just a note this cake is super sweet 🙂
I love sheet cakes, they are so easy and great for a group! I’ve only made the classic chocolate version, but I love a good vanilla cake 🙂
This looks amazing. I could probably sit and eat that entire pan!
thanks Jen, I am right along with you.
Your cake looks beautiful! I remember the first time I had a piece of Texas Sheet Cake- I had never seen a cake so big, chocolatey and rich- wow! I like your vanilla version and the sprinkles are too cute. This is a perfect cake to make for a special celebration, thanks for sharing your recipe:-)
Ha ha, that’s funny Patty, yes I do think it was named correctly for it’s size.
An enormous sheet cake that has pretty sprinkles on top-yes! Love this cake as vanilla instead of chocolate:)
thanks Lora 🙂
Hi Suzanne, this is a favorite (both versions) at our house. I just made this white one and took it to work, you would have thought it was a cake I labored all day on – they loved it! I was almost embarrassed to tell them how simple it is, definitely a best kept secret! 🙂 Love your pretty sprinkles!
I know these are the easiest cakes to make and take hardly anytime to make, they are a sure hit too.
I haven’t tried this but it sounds and looks like something I should definitely put on my list.
Thanks Paula 🙂
I have had the chocolate version and it is delish! However, a white cake with white frosting is my absolute favorite. This cake looks and sounds amazing. I would have a hard time eating just one peice. Pinning now for later!!! 🙂
It’s always hard for me to just eat one of any sweet treat!
Sheet cakes are some of the best, especially as delicious as yours 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
I live quite far from Texas and only heard about the famous sheet cake but have never tried it. Your colorful sprinkles makes the cake even more tempting, yum!
Well now you need to try the vanilla version Roxana!
Sheets cakes are perfect for a get together! I’m going to have to try this vanilla version!
I know so easy for serving a crowd right 🙂
I love chocolate sheet cake. I haven’t had it in years, but my mom used to make it all the time! My husband (the only non chocolate person I know), would love this white version.
I know someone has to ruin the chocolate party right? My MIL doesn’t like chocolate all that well either but these vanilla ones are a hit with the non chocolate lovers.
I just saw your chocolate version and honestly I cannot pick which one I’d love – both looks so good! I still remember the first time I saw American size cake at the party and stunned! Well it was too sweet for me back then but I’m more accustomed to the sweet taste I guess. I love how you decorated this vanilla cake with sprinkles. My kids will be excited as soon as they spot this cake. 😉
Thanks Nami, if you haven’t tried one before I would say go for the chocolate then try the vanilla.
I never tasted a frosted cake bar like this one! The bars look utterly tasty & are looking very pretty too! 🙂
Yum Yum Yum!
thanks Sophie, you would love them I think.
Opps…I guess I’m the other person who haven’t heard of a Texas Sheet Cake! 😛 I love your white vanilla version. Yes, I’m crazy about chocolate, but as you said, I need a vanilla fix every once in a while. This cake is beautiful.
Thanks you Amy, glad I introduced you to something you haven’t heard of 🙂
Sheet cake with sprinkles?!? Sign me up for a few slices 😀
thanks Kiran, hard to resist sprinkle!
I’ve never heard of the Texas sheet cake before, but it looks so good! So moist and delicious looking. 🙂 I think I would like both the white and the classic versions.
Thanks Jenny, it’s very moist and delish, hope you get to try it sometime.
Woah, I need a slice of that! Mm, and a slice of the chocolate version, too 🙂 My inlaws have retired in Texas, we owe them a visit soon, perhaps this is something I can bake while I’m down there 🙂
Oh that’s great Liren, Texans love their sheet cake and big 🙂
Such a fun and festive sheet cake! Love the addition of sprinkles, and although I am a chocolate lover…you are right, a bit of a change can be delicious 🙂
Hey Suzanne! Thanks for the the fabulous recipe! I use this for my white cupcakes. 🙂 Love it!
thanks Aub, glad you like the cake 🙂