Chocolate Sheet Cake (Scratch)

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Servings: 18 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, moist chocolate cake baked in a single layer for easy serving and maximum flavor.
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This classic scratch-made chocolate sheet cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, offering a tender crumb and deep cocoa flavor without the hassle of stacking layers. By using cake flour and a simple mix of melted unsweetened chocolate and shortening, you achieve a texture that is both airy and indulgent. It’s perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you need to feed a crowd with minimal effort. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the true chocolate taste to shine through, making it a timeless favorite. Serve it plain for a rustic touch or dust with powdered sugar for a festive finish. ItâÂÂs the kind of recipe that disappears quickly, leaving everyone asking for seconds.

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Chocolate Sheet Cake (Scratch)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 18 Calories: 1366.6

Description

This classic scratch-made chocolate sheet cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, offering a tender crumb and deep cocoa flavor without the hassle of stacking layers. By using cake flour and a simple mix of melted unsweetened chocolate and shortening, you achieve a texture that is both airy and indulgent. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you need to feed a crowd with minimal effort. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the true chocolate taste to shine through, making it a timeless favorite. Serve it plain for a rustic touch or dust with powdered sugar for a festive finish. ItâÂÂs the kind of recipe that disappears quickly, leaving everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC). Grease and flour a 11x18-inch sheet cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Melt the unsweetened chocolate squares in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract and melted chocolate.
  6. Add half of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Pour in the milk and mix until smooth.
  8. Add the remaining flour mixture and mix on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1366.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 49.6g77%
Saturated Fat 20.6g103%
Cholesterol 94.5mg32%
Sodium 4942.9mg206%
Total Carbohydrate 212.0g71%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g32%
Sugars 107.8g
Protein 17.5g35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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