German Chocolate Sheet Cake – Rich, Simple & Delicious
A moist, fudgy chocolate sheet cake with brownie-like texture—quick to make and perfect for any occasion. Bake, slice, and serve straight from the tray!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: ~20 squares
Ingredients
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200g (7 oz) dark chocolate
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200g (7 oz) unsalted butter
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4 large eggs
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250g (1 ¼ cups) granulated sugar
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1 pinch salt
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200g (1 ½ cups + 2 tbsp) all-purpose flour
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3 tbsp cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder (optional)
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100 ml (just under ½ cup) buttermilk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), line a 12×16-inch tray.
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Melt chocolate and butter together, cool slightly.
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Beat eggs, sugar, and salt until fluffy.
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Mix in the chocolate-butter mixture.
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Whisk dry ingredients, then fold into the batter.
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Add buttermilk and mix until just combined.
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Pour into tray, bake for 25–30 minutes.
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Cool, dust with powdered sugar or glaze, and slice.
Notes
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Add nuts, fruit, or chocolate chips for variation.
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Don’t overbake for the best fudgy texture.
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Can be frozen in portions for up to 2 months.