Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake: Easy Chocolate Dessert

If you’ve ever had a Texas Sheet Cake, you know it’s a crowd-pleaser. Now, imagine that deliciousness transformed into a Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake! My friend Lisa always brings this cake to our family gatherings, and it’s a hit every time. It’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love It

• It’s a simple recipe that uses a cake mix, making it quick and easy.
• The chocolate flavor is rich and satisfying, perfect for chocolate lovers.
• It’s a beautiful cake that looks impressive without much effort.

Pure Comfort

This cake is pure comfort food. The moist chocolate cake topped with a warm chocolate frosting is like a big hug in dessert form.

What You Need

• 1 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz) – Any brand will work.
• 1 1 cup water – You can substitute with coffee for a richer flavor.
• 1/2 1/2 cup vegetable oil – Can use melted coconut oil as a substitute.
• 3 3 large eggs – Room temperature eggs work best.
• 1 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks) – Melted for the frosting.
• 1/4 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder – Use Dutch-process for a deeper flavor.
• 1 1 lb powdered sugar – Sifted to avoid lumps.
• 1/2 1/2 cup milk – Any milk will work, including non-dairy.
• 1 1 tsp vanilla extract – For a hint of flavor.

Time to Cook

Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 35 minutes | Total: 50 minutes | Difficulty: Easy | Make-Ahead: You can make this cake a day in advance.

Steps to Make It

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan to prevent sticking. This step is crucial for a smooth release.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined and smooth, about 2 minutes. The batter should be thick and glossy.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. The cake should spring back when lightly pressed.
4. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk until you reach your desired consistency.
6. Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely. This helps maintain its shape.
7. Drizzle the warm frosting over the cooled Bundt cake. Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before slicing. The warm frosting will create a lovely glaze.
8. Serve slices to your family and friends, and watch them enjoy every bite. It’s perfect with a cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk!

Make It Perfect

• Make sure to grease the Bundt pan well to avoid sticking.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• You can add chopped nuts to the frosting for extra crunch.

Mix It Up

• Try adding chocolate chips to the batter for extra chocolatey goodness.
• For a twist, use a different cake mix flavor, like vanilla or red velvet.

Perfect Partners

• Serve with vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast.
• Pair with fresh berries for a refreshing touch.

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Conclusion

Now you know how to make Texas Sheet Cake in a Bundt pan! This Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake is not only easy to whip up but also a delightful treat that everyone will love. So, gather your ingredients and enjoy this chocolate dessert that’s sure to impress!

Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake Easy Chocolate Dessert

Texas Sheet Cake Bundt Cake is a moist chocolate dessert made from a cake mix and topped with a warm chocolate frosting. This easy recipe delivers rich chocolate flavor and an impressive look, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Equipment

• Oven
• bundt pan
• Mixing Bowl
• Saucepan
• Spatula
• Wire rack

Ingredients

  

Main

• 1 box chocolate cake mix 15.25 oz, any brand
• 1 cup water or substitute coffee for richer flavor
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil can use melted coconut oil
• 3 large eggs room temperature
• 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, melted for frosting
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder use Dutch-process for deeper flavor
• 1 lb powdered sugar sifted to avoid lumps
• 1/2 cup milk any kind including non-dairy
• 1 tsp vanilla extract for a hint of flavor

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth and well combined.
• Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
• Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
• While the cake bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Stir in cocoa powder until smooth and fragrant.
• Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Let the cake cool in pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto wire rack and cool completely.
• Drizzle warm frosting over cooled cake and allow to set before slicing.
• Serve slices with coffee or milk and enjoy.

Keyword Bundt, Cake, chocolate, easy, frosting