Texas Sheet Cake Bites (Print Format)
Soft chocolate cake bites with rich pecan frosting—ideal for parties or a quick chocolate fix, always bakery style.
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Bites
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1 box moist chocolate cake mix, sifted
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed
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1.5 cups cold brewed coffee, cooled
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1/4 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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3/4 cup sour cream, room temperature
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
→ Frosting
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick), or unsalted with a pinch of salt
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch-processed preferred
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3.5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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1 cup finely chopped pecans, fresh
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, flour, cocoa powder, coffee, vegetable oil, eggs, sour cream, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a hand mixer or whisk, scraping the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
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Grease a mini muffin pan and pour the batter into each tin, leaving slight room at the top. Bake in two rounds if necessary.
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Bake the mini muffins for 12-15 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let them cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in cocoa powder and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.
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Add vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and chopped pecans to the mixture. Stir or blend with a hand mixer as needed to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
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While the cake bites are still warm, drizzle one tablespoon of frosting over each bite. Work quickly to ensure the frosting sets evenly before hardening.
# Tips:
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Use high-quality cocoa powder and pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
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Let all wet ingredients come to room temperature for a smoother batter and frosting.
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Store cake bites in an airtight container to maintain moisture.