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Christmas Sheet Cake

Irresistibly Festive Christmas Sheet Cake You’ll Love to Bake

This Christmas Sheet Cake is a moist chocolate delight, perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to bake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sift for a lighter texture
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar balances the rich cocoa flavor
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder pure cocoa for a deep chocolate taste
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder helps the cake rise
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda works with the acidic ingredients for fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances the overall flavor
  • 2 large eggs bind the ingredients together
  • 1 cup milk adds moisture to the batter
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil keeps the cake moist and tender
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract fragrant addition for depth of flavor
  • 1 cup boiling water unlocks the cocoa's full flavor
For the Topping
  • frosting of choice personalize your cake with flavors you love
  • colored sprinkles or festive decorations bring the holiday spirit to your dessert

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

How to Make Christmas Sheet Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly and dusting with flour for easy removal later.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1.5 cups of granulated sugar, 1 cup of cocoa powder, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder, 1.5 teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Add in the 2 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, 0.5 cups of vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Blend everything together until smooth and well combined, about 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water to the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to smooth out the top.
  6. Place your pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Once cool, frost and decorate with colorful sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle some chocolate ganache on top before adding sprinkles.

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