How to Make Chocolate Sheet Cake I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate Sheet Cake I is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a birthday party, a potluck, or just craving something sweet, this recipe is a must-try. This moist and decadent cake is sure to please chocolate lovers of all ages.

What sets this sheet cake apart is its simplicity and ease of preparation. Unlike traditional layer cakes, this recipe requires no fancy techniques or special equipment. It's a one-bowl wonder that can be whipped up in no...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup margarine
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup margarine
  • 6 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 - 10x15 inch jelly roll pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan combine 1/2 cup margarine, shortening, 1/4 cup cocoa and water. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Pour the liquid mixture over the flour, sugar mixture; stir well. Blend in eggs and buttermilk.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cake cool 10 minutes, then frost while still warm.
  • To make the Frosting: In a saucepan combine 1/2 cup margarine, milk and 1/4 cup cocoa. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Mix in confectioners' sugar. Pour over warm cake
  • Nutrition

    599 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 374mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 92g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 73g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 124mg