Texas Sheet Cake Bites

Name: Texas Sheet Cake Bites (Mini Muffin Tin)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 50 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup salted butter; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 cup boiling water; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups granulated sugar; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 cup salted butter; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 6 tbsp milk; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 lb powdered sugar; cooking spray, for greasing

Texas Sheet Cake Bites are miniature versions of the classic Southern dessert, featuring moist chocolate cake baked in mini muffin tins and topped with a glossy, poured chocolate frosting. Their single-bite size makes them ideal for parties and gatherings.

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Total

55 min

Servings

50

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$29–$48

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 cup salted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup salted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
6 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 lb powdered sugar
cooking spray, for greasing

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Instructions

1
Melt 1 cup of salted butter in a bowl. While it's very hot, whisk in 1/4 cup of cocoa powder until smooth.
2
Pour in the boiling water and stir for 30 seconds. Set the mixture aside.
3
In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
4
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
5
Pour the hot cocoa mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
6
Add the buttermilk mixture to the batter and stir until just combined.
7
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Thoroughly grease and flour three 24-cup mini muffin pans.
8
Using a small scoop, portion the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups.
9
Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake bite comes out clean.
10
Let the cake bites cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire cooling rack.
11
To make the frosting, melt 1/2 cup of butter. While hot, whisk in 1/4 cup of cocoa powder.
12
Whisk in the milk and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
13
Add the powdered sugar and whisk until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
14
While the cake bites are still warm, spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of frosting onto the center of each one.
15
Let the frosting set for about 15 minutes before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use boiling water for the batter to fully bloom the cocoa powder and develop deep chocolate flavor.
Fill mini muffin cups only 2/3 full to prevent overflow; bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Pour frosting immediately after baking while cakes are still warm so it sets into a glossy, thin layer; avoid overworking the frosting once poured.

Substitutions

Salted butter → Unsalted butter (add 1/4 teaspoon salt to the batter)
Buttermilk → Milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar (1:1 ratio, let sit 5 minutes)
All-purpose flour → Cake flour (reduce by 2 tablespoons for same tenderness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store unfrosted bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; frost just before serving. Frosted bites keep covered for up to 1 day.