Description
Yellow Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting is a nostalgic dessert that perfectly captures the joy of childhood celebrations. This fluffy, buttery cake topped with rich chocolate frosting is not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party or a simple afternoon treat. Indulge in the delightful flavors and create lasting memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat together butter and cocoa powder; gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, frost with chocolate frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg