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White Texas Sheet Cake for Valentine’s Day: A Sweet Celebration of Love

Valentine’s Day is a time to express love and appreciation, and what better way to do that than with a homemade treat? This White Texas Sheet Cake is not only delightful and easy to make, but it also brings a touch of elegance to your table with its delicate almond flavor and soft, moist texture. Whether you’re serving it to a loved one or treating yourself, this cake is sure to make hearts flutter.

Why White Texas Sheet Cake?

The classic Texas Sheet Cake is a rich, chocolatey delight, but this white version offers a lighter, almond-infused alternative that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day. The cake’s simplicity combined with its sophisticated flavor profile makes it an ideal dessert for this special occasion. Plus, its generous size means there’s plenty to share with those you hold dear.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

• For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 5 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Chopped walnuts or festive sprinkles for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Baking Pan:

   • Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 15x10x1-inch sheet pan with baking spray to ensure your cake doesn’t stick.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, kosher salt, and baking soda. This ensures that all your dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

3. Make the Batter:

   • In a small saucepan, combine the butter and water and bring them to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir this hot mixture into the flour mixture until well combined.
   • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, and almond extract until smooth. Pour this mixture into the flour mixture and stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.

4. Bake the Cake:

   • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared sheet pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the cake is just golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes.

5. Prepare the Frosting:

   • While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a large saucepan, combine the butter and milk and bring them to a boil. Remove from heat and gradually stir in the confectioners’ sugar, almond extract, and salt until smooth.

6. Frost the Cake:

   • Spread the warm frosting over the slightly cooled cake. For a touch of festivity, immediately top with sprinkles or, if you prefer a traditional touch, stir in 1 cup of chopped walnuts into the frosting before spreading it.

Serving Suggestions:

This cake is best served slightly warm, allowing the frosting to melt a bit and soak into the cake. Pair it with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat. If you’re feeling extra festive, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.

Final Notes:

This White Texas Sheet Cake is a versatile dessert that can be dressed up or down depending on your celebration. Whether you choose to keep it simple with just a sprinkle of confectioners’ sugar or go all out with decorative sprinkles, it’s sure to be a hit.

Valentine’s Day is about sharing love, and this cake is a sweet way to show someone you care. Enjoy the process of baking and the joy it brings to those who taste your creation. Happy Valentine’s Day!

White Texas Sheet Cake for Valentine’s Day

This White Texas Sheet Cake is perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day with a sweet touch of almond flavor and a delightful glaze.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 22 minutes mins

Cooling Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 57 minutes mins

Servings: 24 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 310

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cake

• 240 g all-purpose flour
• 400 g sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 226 g unsalted butter
• 240 ml water
• 2 pieces eggs
• 160 g sour cream
• 1 tsp almond extract

Frosting

• 113 g unsalted butter
• 120 ml whole milk
• 600 g confectioners’ sugar
• 0.5 tsp almond extract
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or sprinkles

Equipment

• Sheet Pan

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 15x10x1-inch sheet pan with baking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
3. In a small saucepan, add butter and water. Bring to a boil and quickly remove from heat. Stir the hot liquid into the flour mixture.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and almond extract until smooth. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until smooth.
5. Spread the batter in the prepared sheet pan. Bake 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes.
6. For frosting, combine butter and milk in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil.
7. Remove from heat and gradually stir in confectioners’ sugar, almond extract, and salt. Spread glaze over the warm cake and immediately top with sprinkles.

Notes

Traditional Texas Sheet Cake is made with walnuts in the frosting. If you prefer, you can stir in 1 cup of chopped walnuts to the glaze before spreading it over the cake.