White Texas Sheet Cake

Soft, buttery, and topped with a dreamy frosting, this White Texas Sheet Cake is an easy crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for potlucks, parties, and holidays!

I love Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake, but I wasn’t aware White Texas Sheet Cake existed until I came across it on All Recipes many years ago. The use of almond extract instead of vanilla immediately caught my attention, and I had a feeling it would be something special. Turns out, it absolutely was. Ever since then, it’s been one of my go-to desserts for holidays, parties and family dinners.

WHITE TEXAS SHEET CAKE

This white Texas sheet cake recipe with almond extract is made completely from scratch, giving it that rich, southern-inspired taste everyone loves about Texas sheet cake. The process is simple and unique: a buttery mixture is brought to a boil and then stirred into a batter of flour, sugar, eggs, sour cream, and almond extract, creating a pourable batter without the need for an electronic mixer.

As it bakes into a tender cake, it develops a soft texture with the perfect amount of almond flavor. The finishing touch is a warm, almond-scented frosting that’s poured over the cake while it’s still warm, allowing it to seep in just enough to create a glossy and sweet layer.

Find my expert tips on how to make a homemade white Texas sheet cake from scratch below! Don’t forget to tag me in all of your creations @lifeinthelofthouse on Instagram and Facebook. Let’s stay connected. ❤️

Why You’ll Love This Easy White Texas Sheet Cake Recipe:

• Large Serving Size: This sheet cake is ideal for parties and gatherings where you need to feed a large crowd.
• Almond-Scented & Buttery: It mimics the same texture you love while adding something new with the almond-scented frosting and flavor.
• A Fun Twist On The Southern Classic: If you love classic Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake, this version is basically its twin with a twist. It’s also great for those who aren’t big chocolate lovers or who have allergies to chocolate.

Ingredients

Texas Sheet Cake

• 1 cup salted butter
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Almond-Scented Frosting

• 1/2 cup salted butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 4 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

For The Texas Sheet Cake

In a medium saucepan, bring butter and water to a boil.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, add flour and sugar. Mix. Then add in eggs, sour cream, almond extract, baking soda, and salt.

Slowly pour in the boiling butter/water mixture. Stir with a spatula until well combined and smooth. (No need to use an electric mixer!)

Pour batter into a greased 15×10-inch baking pan. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 20 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool the cake for about 20 minutes.

For The Almond-Scented Frosting

In a large saucepan, combine butter and milk. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, and then stir in sugar and extract. Stir until smooth and all combined.

Spread over warm cake. Decorate the cake with sprinkles, if desired.

Servings

This recipe serves 18 to 24 people, depending on portion size. Cutting larger squares gives about 18 servings, ideal for generous dessert portions, while smaller squares yield 24 servings, perfect for parties and potlucks.

Storage and Reheating 

Wrap or store leftover white Texas sheet cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want it to last longer, you can refrigerate it for up to 5 days, just be sure to cover it well to prevent the frosting from drying out.

To freeze the cake, wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months, thawing them at room temperature before serving. You can reheat this white Texas sheet cake, but it’s best to do so carefully because the frosting can melt or become too soft. For individual slices, warm them gently in the microwave for 10 seconds at a time until just heated.

Holly’s Tips for The Best White Texas Sheet Cake:

• Use High-Quality Ingredients: For the best results, I recommend using high-quality butter and pure almond extract in both the cake and frosting.
• Let Eggs & Sour Cream Sit At Room Temperature: This makes for a smooth, evenly textured cake that bakes consistently.
• Grease The Pan: This will help prevent sticking and make slicing easier once it’s fully set.
• Avoid Overmixing: The goal is to keep this cake batter fluffy and light.
• Frost While Cake Is Warm: This will help the frosting melt slightly into the cake, creating a moist and fresh topping.
• Make It Your Own: Dress it up with sprinkles, toasted nuts, or add fun decorations for holidays and special party themes.

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Craving something similar? Try my Texas Sheet Cake Bites and Texas Sheet Cake Cookies. They are so delicious!

Wanting something a little different? Make my amazing Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake next.

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Recipe Adapted From: All Recipes.