This small chocolate cake recipe is based off of a classic Texas sheet cake. Chocolate cake with chocolate icing made in an 8×8 pan. 

Any day is a good day for chocolate cake. This delicious recipe tastes like a classic Texas sheet cake, but the smaller size makes it perfect for everyday snacking. No special occasion necessary; this delicious small chocolate cake recipe is ready to sweeten up any regular day. You might also: Chocolate Banana Cake.

What is Texas sheet cake?

Texas sheet cake is a large thin chocolate cake that is topped with chocolate icing (and nuts, if desired). The cake is moist and soft and the icing is rich and chocolaty. Texas sheet cake is typically very large. It’s baked in an 18×13 jelly roll pan and it serves approximately 24 people.

This recipe tastes exactly like a traditional Texas sheet cake but I have reduced the recipe to get a smaller size, around 9 servings.

Why you’ll love this small chocolate cake recipe:

Easy: No special equipment and no mixer needed.
Quick: This thin cake bakes up in under 20 minutes.
Flavor: Sweet, smooth chocolate flavor in every bite.
Size: The perfect size for snacking or serving a small group; about 6-9 servings.