Chocolate Sheet Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting 🍫🎂

This easy chocolate sheet cake is rich, moist, and topped with a silky milk chocolate frosting. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a simple indulgence!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 oz milk chocolate, melted & cooled
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
2️⃣ Make the Chocolate Mixture
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, water, and cocoa powder, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Pour the warm mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
3️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients & Bake
- Mix in sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
4️⃣ Make the Frosting
- In a bowl, beat butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, then mix until creamy.
- Stir in melted milk chocolate and beat until fully blended.
5️⃣ Frost & Serve
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice & enjoy!
Pro Tips for the Best Cake
✔ Use room temperature eggs for a smoother batter.
✔ Don’t overmix—it keeps the cake light and tender.
✔ For a richer taste, use dark cocoa powder instead of regular.
✔ Chill before slicing for clean, neat cuts.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ Moist & fudgy texture with a melt-in-your-mouth frosting.
✅ Simple ingredients & easy steps—perfect for beginners!
✅ Crowd-pleasing chocolate flavor—everyone will love it!
Save this delicious chocolate cake recipe for your next dessert craving!