Indulge in this irresistibly delicious white Texas almond sheet cake that will leave you craving for more. This cake is the perfect solution when you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to a rich and flavorful dessert. The best part? It only takes 20 minutes to prepare! This cake is the life of the party, but we understand if you find it hard to share.

What sets this cake apart is the addition of vanilla and almond extracts. These extracts elevate the flavor of both the cake and the frosting, adding a delightful depth that you won’t find in a regular sheet cake. We apologize in advance to those who are watching their waistlines, but trust us, this cake is worth every bite.

We can personally attest to the addictiveness of this dessert, so it’s wise to make a large batch and share it with friends and family. This way, you won’t be tempted to devour the entire cake yourself. Not that we’re judging – we’ve all been there before. So why not switch things up from the usual Texas sheet cake and give this one a try? We guarantee you’ll be hooked in no time.

White Texas Sheet Cake

Serves 18-22 Preparation time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
• Frosting:
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 4 1/2-5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds (for garnish)

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 13×18-inch cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, and salt).
3. In a separate large bowl, stir together sugar, water, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla and almond extracts until well combined.
4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just incorporated, then pour the batter into the greased cake pan.
5. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18-21 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. While the cake is baking, whisk together all the frosting ingredients except for the sliced almonds until the frosting is smooth and reaches the desired consistency.
7. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes, then pour the icing over the cake and cover it with sliced almonds. Allow it to set, then slice into squares and enjoy!