How to Make G.G.'s Chocolate Sheet Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

G.G.'s Chocolate Sheet Cake is a classic dessert that has been a family favorite for generations. This rich and moist chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to potlucks and everything in between. The recipe has been passed down through the family, and each generation has put their own spin on it, making it a must-have at any gathering.

One of the best things about G.G.'s Chocolate Sheet Cake is that it is incredibly easy to make. This recipe is no-fuss and r...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 1 11x17-inch cake

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 11x17 jelly roll pan.
  • Mix white sugar and flour in a large bowl. Combine 1 cup butter, water, and 3 tablespoons cocoa powder in a small saucepan; stir over medium heat until butter is melted and mixture is well combined. Pour melted butter mixture over sugar and flour; beat well. Beat in baking soda, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of cake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool on a wire rack.
  • Combine remaining 1/2 cup butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, and milk in a small saucepan; stir over medium heat until butter is melted and mixture is well combined. Beat powdered sugar into the butter mixture, mixing until frosting is smooth. Stir pecans into frosting and pour over cooled cake.
  • Nutrition

    161 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 36mg