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Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake

Irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake Bliss

A rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake that is moist and perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Melted Butter Ensure it’s cooled slightly before mixing.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Provides liquid.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Enhances moisture; can substitute with plain yogurt.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Can use brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind ingredients and add moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Flavor enhancer.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structure-building ingredient.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened for best result.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Key flavor layer.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and provides smooth texture.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup Gives a shiny finish.
  • 8 ounces Chopped Dark Chocolate Can use semi-sweet chocolate.
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Butter Adds richness.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Needed for a smooth consistency.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Whisk
  • Jelly Roll Pan
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x18 inch jelly roll pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, whole milk, sour cream, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for approx. 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While the cake cools, prepare the peanut butter frosting by beating together creamy peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  6. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well and adjust with milk for texture.
  7. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and set aside.
  8. In a saucepan, melt additional butter, milk, corn syrup, and vanilla over low heat. Stir in chopped dark chocolate until smooth.
  9. Whisk in powdered sugar until shiny. Allow it to cool slightly, then pour it over the frosted cake.
  10. Let the cake sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to set, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Cool the cake completely before frosting to maintain integrity. Cake freezes well for up to 2 months.

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