Alaska Sheet Cake

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 4
Delicious Alaska Sheet Cake recipe for your dessert cravings
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour , plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup water
3 eggs
2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract ( optional )
Icing :
1/2 cup butter
5 tablespoons milk
1 package confectioners ' sugar , sifted
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
430
Sugar
43g
Fat
23g
Alaska Sheet Cake is a popular dessert in the United States, particularly in the Midwest and South regions. It is a simple cake made with basic ingredients that are easily accessible, yet it still delivers a delicious taste and texture. The icing, made with butter, milk, confectioners' sugar, and chopped pecans, provides a sweet and nutty flavor that complements the cake perfectly. This cake is often served at potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday celebrations.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Set aside.
3.In a saucepan, bring butter and water to a boil. Remove from heat.
4.Add the flour mixture to the saucepan and stir until smooth.
5.Add in eggs, sugar, buttermilk, baking soda, baking powder, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) and mix well.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8.While the cake is baking, prepare the icing. In a saucepan, bring butter and milk to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in sifted confectioners' sugar, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.
9.As soon as the cake is done, pour the hot icing over the cake and spread it evenly. Let the cake cool completely before serving.

PROS

This cake is moist and fluffy with a sweet and nutty flavor from the icing.

It is easy to make and can be served as a dessert for any occasion.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pecans in the icing provide some heart-healthy unsaturated fats and fiber.

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