Description
Irresistible Texas sheet cake bites pack a punch of rich chocolate flavor in miniature form. Compact chocolate treats deliver classic Southern comfort with delightful ease, beckoning you to savor each delectable morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Dry):
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Liquid and Chocolate Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter (226 grams)
- ¾ cup water (177 milliliters)
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup buttermilk (118 milliliters)
- 2 eggs, beaten
Frosting Components:
- ½ cup butter (113 grams)
- ⅓ cup buttermilk (79 milliliters)
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound powdered sugar (454 grams)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to a moderate temperature of 325°F, ensuring an even heating environment for the delicate cake bites.
- Thoroughly coat a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray or line with petite paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Create a dry ingredient foundation by whisking flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a spacious mixing bowl.
- In a saucepan, meld butter, water, and cocoa powder over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Pour the heated chocolate mixture into the dry ingredients, gently blending until just incorporated.
- Incorporate buttermilk and beaten eggs into the batter, maintaining a light touch to preserve the delicate texture.
- Distribute the liquid batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin cavities, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, monitoring for a clean toothpick test.
- Allow the miniature cakes to rest in the pan for a brief five-minute cooling period.
- Transfer the cake bites to a wire rack, permitting complete cooling before frosting.
- Prepare the chocolate glaze by combining buttermilk, butter, and cocoa in a saucepan, heating until the mixture bubbles.
- Remove from heat and vigorously whisk in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until achieving a silky smooth consistency.
- Generously drizzle the warm frosting over the cooled cake bites, allowing the glaze to set and create a glossy finish.
Notes
- Perfectly portioned Texas Sheet Cake Bites transform the classic dessert into adorable mini treats that are irresistibly cute and easy to serve.
- Thin batter ensures light, tender cake texture, so don’t worry if the mixture looks runny during preparation.
- Use fresh buttermilk for the richest flavor and most tender crumb, which enhances the cake’s moistness and depth.
- Non-stick spray or mini muffin liners are crucial for easy removal and preventing any cake bite from sticking to the pan.
- Boiling butter, water, and cocoa creates a deep, intense chocolate flavor that penetrates the entire cake bite.
- Allow frosting to set completely before storing, which helps maintain the neat appearance and prevents messy handling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 172 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg