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Elvis Presley Sheet Cake Recipe

Deliciously Easy Elvis Presley Sheet Cake Recipe For Beginners

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

For The Cake:

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups of granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 1 cup of water
  • 4 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup of buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt

For The Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons of milk
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 3 3/4 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1 cup of chopped pecans optional

Instructions
 

  • Preparing The Cake Batter
  • Preheat The Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your 13×9 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 2 cups of granulated sugar.
  • Create Cocoa Mixture: In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 1/2 cup of vegetable oil and 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and whisk in 4 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
  • Mix Batter: Pour the cocoa mixture over the flour and sugar, stirring until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of buttermilk, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add this mixture to the main batter and stir until smooth and well incorporated.
  • Baking The Cake
  • Pour And Spread: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and place it on a cooling rack. Allow it to cool completely before adding the frosting.
  • Making The Frosting
  • Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat.
  • Add Cocoa: Stir in 4 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 6 tablespoons of milk, bringing the mixture to a boil while stirring constantly.
  • Add Vanilla And Sugar: Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gradually add 3 3/4 cups of powdered sugar, whisking until the frosting is smooth and thick. For an extra touch, you can stir in 1 cup of chopped pecans.
  • Assembling The Cake
  • Frosting The Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, pour the frosting over the top. Use a spatula to spread the frosting evenly across the cake, making sure to cover all edges.
  • Let It Set: Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Decorating Ideas
  • Simple Decoration: Dust the top with a light layer of powdered sugar for a classic look.
  • Advanced Techniques: Create a stencil design with cocoa powder or add edible glitter for a festive touch.
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