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Chocolate Tray Bake

Cultural Context

The Chocolate Tray Bake is a beloved American dessert, often served at gatherings, parties, and potlucks. This cake is celebrated for its rich chocolate flavor and ease of preparation, making it a favorite among home bakers. Variations abound, with many adding nuts or different frostings, showcasing its versatility and appeal across generations.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 1/2 cups All purpose flour
1 tsp Baking soda
1/4 tsp Salt
3 Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1 cup Milk
1/2 cup Cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
2/3 cups Vegetable oil
1/2 cup Cocoa powder
1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
4-6 tbsp Milk
3 cups Powdered sugar
Sprinkles

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: Dutch-processed cocoa powder

Carob powder provides a unique flavor while being caffeine-free.

chocolate frosting

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt with cocoa

💰Cheaper: store-bought frosting

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate chips offer more antioxidants.

1

Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Grease a 9x13 inch pan with non stick spray.

2

Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder into a large bowl and whisk to combine.

3

In the bowl of a stand mixer add the oil, sugar, vanilla and eggs and beat together. Then beat in the milk.

4

Carefully beat the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients about 1 cup at a time.

5

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 30 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before you add the frosting.

6

In the bowl of a stand mixer beat the butter until well softened.

7

Shift together the powdered sugar and the cocoa powder then whisk to combine.

8

Beat the cocoa powder & powdered sugar mixture into the butter about 1 cup at a time, alternating with 1 tablespoon of milk until the desired sweetness and consistency is reached.

9

Frost the chocolate cake and decorate with sprinkles. ENJOY!

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

stand mixer9x13 inch pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Chocolate Sheet CakeChocolate Snack Cake

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