How to Make Texas Sheet Cake with Applesauce and Chai - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to our delicious and unique recipe for Texas Sheet Cake with Applesauce and Chai! If you're a fan of the classic Texas Sheet Cake, but want to add a twist of flavor, then this recipe is perfect for you. By incorporating the warm and spicy flavors of chai and the sweetness of applesauce, this traditional dessert gets an exciting update that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and the end res...

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Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 chai tea bag
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup light sour cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 4 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 10x15-inch cake

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 10x15-inch cake pan thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bring water to a boil in a microwave-safe bowl in a microwave oven or in a pot on the stovetop. Remove from heat and add chai tea bag. Let steep for 10 minutes; remove bag.
  • Combine chai tea, applesauce, and butter in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add flour, sugar, sour cream, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt and whisk until smooth. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 22 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove cake from the oven.
  • Combine butter and milk in a large saucepan. Bring to a light boil and remove from heat. Add confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; whisk icing until smooth.
  • Pour icing over warm cake and smooth across the surface. Let cool thoroughly before cutting into 24 pieces.
  • Nutrition

    271 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 165mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 38g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 35mg