Montezuma's Hot Chocolate Sheet Cake

Indulge your senses with Montezuma's Hot Chocolate Sheet Cake, a decadent dessert inspired by the bold flavors of Mexican hot chocolate. This easy-to-make sheet cake features a rich cocoa base infused with warm cinnamon and a subtle kick of chili powder, perfectly balanced by its moist, tender texture. Topped with a silky frosting made from dark chocolate and a hint of cayenne pepper, this cake delivers the ultimate fusion of sweet, spicy, and chocolatey goodness. Ready in under an hour and perfect for serving a crowd, it's the ideal centerpiece for gatherings or a cozy night in. Satisfy your cravings with this one-pan wonder that brings a touch of fiery warmth to your dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch sheet pan or cake pan.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, chili powder, and salt.

Step 4

Add the cocoa mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the batter and stir until smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

While the cake bakes, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan, combine the powdered sugar, milk, butter, dark chocolate chips, and cayenne pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the frosting is smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Once the cake is out of the oven, allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan. Then, pour the warm frosting over the top and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Let the cake cool completely at room temperature before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Montezuma’s Hot Chocolate Sheet Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1946.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6141.1

Total Fat 185.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 684.8mg	0%
Sodium 2150.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1155.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.4g	0%
Total Sugars 873.7g
Protein 76.0g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 610.0mg	0%
Iron 40.6mg	0%
Potassium 3007.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.3%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 70.1%