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White Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

White Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
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A moist and tender White Texas Sheet Cake featuring a rich sour cream batter and a creamy cream cheese frosting with a hint of almond and vanilla, perfect for celebrations and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (1 package), softened
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the cake evenly.
  2. Boil Butter and Water: In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup softened butter and 1 cup water and bring to a boil, which will create the base for the cake batter.
  3. Mix Batter Ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in 2 cups flour, 2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon almond extract, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking soda until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Grease an 18 x 13 x 1-inch baking sheet with nonstick spray to prevent sticking, then pour the batter evenly into the pan.
  5. Bake the Cake: Bake the batter in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before frosting.
  6. Make Frosting: In a mixing bowl, cream together 8 ounces softened cream cheese and ¼ cup softened butter with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  7. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture and beat until light, fluffy, and spreadable.
  8. Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake surface, then optionally sprinkle with ½ cup sprinkles for a festive touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and frosting consistency.
  • The almond extract adds a subtle nutty flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Sprinkles are optional but add a fun decorative element, especially for celebrations.
  • Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For best results, use fresh cream cheese and powdered sugar for the frosting.

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