Thursday, February 25, 2010

Sheath Cake

Every time I make these I always laugh because I can hear my mom and dad arguing about the name. Is it Sheath or Sheet? Love it. Either way they are great.

2 c. flour
2 c. sugar

Mix together and set aside.

In sauce pan bring to boil
2 sticks butter
1 c. water
4 tsp. cocoa

Pour over flour mixture.
Mix

Add:
2 eggs
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Beat until smooth
Pour into greased 11 1/2x16 pan.
Bake at 400 for 20 min.

Frosting:

In a saucepan melt:
1 stick butter
4 Tbl cocoa
6 Tbl water

Bring to boil, take off heat. Add 1 box powdered sugar, one tsp. vanilla. Mix until smooth. Pour over cooled cake.