Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup water
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– 13×18 inch rimmed baking sheet
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Electric mixer (optional but recommended)
– Saucepan
– Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s dive right in! The first step to creating this mouthwatering cake is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s warming up, grab a large mixing bowl and combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Then, in a saucepan, melt the butter and add the water. Bring it to a boil, and once it’s bubbling away, quickly pour that hot mixture into the dry ingredients. I love how the heat activates the cocoa, making the batter so rich! Give it a good whisk to mix everything together. It’s best to do this step fast to keep the heat locked in. (See the next page below to continue steps…)