Jane Fonda was born on December 21‚ 1937‚ in New York City. Her name became synonymous with both Hollywood fame and social activism. Her career‚ spanning over six decades‚ is distinguished not only by her acclaimed performances and fitness entrepreneurship but also by her controversial political engagements. Fonda’s entry into acting was almost predestined with a lineage rooted deeply in Hollywood; she is the daughter of the actor Henry Fonda. However‚ her journey was not merely a continuation of familial legacy but a testament to her distinct talent and determination.  Her early career in the 1960s swiftly took off with hits like “Barbarella” and “Cat Ballou‚” showcasing her versatility across genres. Beyond the screen‚ Fonda’s impact extended to the fitness world in the 1980s with her series of aerobic workout videos‚ which became a cultural phenomenon and revolutionized the fitness industry. Parallel to her entertainment career‚ Fonda emerged as a controversial figure due to her political activism. Her opposition to the Vietnam War was highly publicized‚ especially her 1972 visit to Hanoi‚ which earned her the nickname “Hanoi Jane‚” a label she has publicly regretted.  Over the decades‚ her activism has spanned environmental causes‚ indigenous rights‚ and women’s empowerment‚ reflecting a lifelong commitment to various social issues. In recent years‚ Fonda has not stepped back from the limelight or her activism. She has been involved in climate change advocacy with her “Fire Drill Fridays” demonstrations‚ aimed at calling attention to urgent environmental issues.  Her return to acting in series like “Grace and Frankie” has also been met with critical and popular acclaim‚ proving her enduring appeal and relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of Hollywood. The post Jane Fonda: Incredible photos of the sex symbol turned activist first appeared on History Defined.

This Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake is an irresistibly moist‚ tender‚ and decadent one-bowl chocolate cake. With chocolate cream cheese frosting‚ this cake recipe is an winner&;#33; This Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake is our go-to party cake. It’s tender‚ chocolatey‚ and super easy to make&;#33; In This Article Video: Watch Us Make this RecipeWhy This Recipe Stands OutWhat Is A Dump Cake&;#63;Key Recipe IngredientsSubstitutions And VariationsStep-By-Step Recipe InstructionsPrep Ahead StrategiesCommonly Asked QuestionsEasy Chocolate Sheet Cake RecipeMore To Bake And Eat View more Video: Watch Us Make this Recipe Why This Recipe Stands Out Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake (which we also all chocolate dump cake) is the perfect party cake. Why this recipe works: Serves a Crowd: This recipe makes a whopping 20 servings‚ meaning it’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for birthdays‚ holidays‚ or any gathering menu. Tender and Moist: Chocolate sheet cake is luxuriantly soft‚ tender‚ and chocolatey thanks to the help of a few secret ingredients. The Frosting: Not only is the cake itself packed with dark chocolate‚ it’s also covered in homemade chocolate cream cheese frosting – making it one of our best chocolate recipes. One-Bowl Easy: Just like our recipe for Easy Apple Cake‚ all you need is one-bowl for this dump cake‚ which means super easy clean up: something we’re all about&;#33; What Is A Dump Cake&;#63; A dump cake is a super easy method of cake baking where all you need to do is mix the ingredients together and dump them into a baking tray. Once the cake is finished‚ there’s no need to remove it from the baking tray‚ you can just frost it and cut slices straight out of it. We love how easy this chocolate dump cake is to whip up for any special occasion&;#33; Key Recipe Ingredients Dark Chocolate – Use the best (seriously the best) dark chocolate you can get ahold of. Chopped dark chocolate is the key that unlocks the rich‚ deep‚ chocolatey flavors of this chocolate sheet cake. Butter – We use unsalted butter for that rich‚ buttery flavor and dense‚ moist texture. Instant Coffee Granules – Instead of giving the cake a coffee-flavor‚ these instant granules bring out the taste of the chocolate even more. Decaf is fine too&;#33; Real Buttermilk – Buttermilk’s acidity makes it an expert at tenderizing sweet treats and balancing flavors in desserts. Cream Cheese Frosting – Our homemade frosting recipe uses cream cheese‚ cocoa powder‚ butter‚ powdered sugar‚ vanilla‚ and a dash of salt. It compliments this cake perfectly&;#33; Substitutions And Variations Here’s a few of our favorite substitutions for this sheet cake: Butter vs. Oil: If you’d like to swap out the butter in this recipe‚ we recommend using coconut oil. Since it’s solid at room temperature‚ it will give you similar results as butter. Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk on hand‚ you can make your own substitute in a pinch. Our favorite way is to mix 1 TB of distilled vinegar into one cup of whole milk. But there are dozens of buttermilk substitutes. Frosting: Feel free to use your favorite kind of frosting for this recipe. For a vanilla cream cheese frosting‚ check out our recipe for the Best Carrot Cake. Another one of our favorite toppings for any cake recipe is this Stabilized Whipped Cream. You can also never go wrong with a classic vanilla or chocolate buttercream. Toppings: Add some colorful sprinkles‚ shaved chocolate‚ a sprinkle of powdered sugar‚ or a drizzle of this 4-Ingredient Salted Caramel Sauce for a truly spectacular finish. Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions In a saucepan over medium heat‚ stir together the sugar‚ dark chocolate‚ butter‚ water‚ and coffee granules until melted together. Let cool slightly. Whisk in the buttermilk‚ eggs‚ and vanilla. Slowly sift the flour‚ baking soda‚ baking powder and salt into the saucepan‚ whisking gently to combine. Pour cake batter into greased pan and spread into an even layer. Bake at 375F for 30 to 40 minutes. Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Sift in the powdered sugar‚ cocoa powder‚ and salt. Add vanilla. Beat until frosting is smooth and whipped. Once cake has completely cooled‚ spread frosting evenly over the top. Enjoy&;#33; For full list of ingredients and instructions‚ see recipe card below. Prep Ahead Strategies Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake is really quick and painless as cakes go‚ but we have a few strategies to make it even easier. Here’s our best prep ahead strategies: Mix Dry Ingredients: As with any recipe‚ you can always measure and mix all the dry ingredients (except the sugar) far in advance. Just store them in an airtight container at room temp until ready to use. Make the Frosting: This cream cheese frosting will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 1 week. So‚ feel free to make it in advance. You may just need to let it soften at room temperature after chilling to get it spreadable. Store the Cake: Chocolate cake will stay fresh and moist in the fridge for up to 3 days. It also freezes super well‚ staying best for up to 3 months in the freezer. So‚ feel free to make the entire cake (plus frosting) in advance. Commonly Asked Questions What is the secret to a super moist cake&;#63; There are a few key strategies for a divinely moist chocolate cake. First‚ we like to use buttermilk instead of regular milk as it does an amazing job tenderizing and adding tangy flavor. Second‚ do not over-mix the cake batter. Always mix cake batter just until no flour streaks remain. Third‚ make sure not to over-bake your cake. Just bake it until a toothpick inserted comes out not completely clean‚ but with just a few crumbs attached. Lastly‚ we use chopped chocolate bars instead of dry cocoa powder. This automatically increases the moisture of the cake. Can I substitute the chocolate chunks for cocoa powder in this recipe&;#63; We don’t recommend skimping on the chocolate for this one. Chopped dark chocolate makes all the difference in creating the most rich‚ velvety‚ tender‚ and extremely chocolatey cake. Plus‚ swapping to cocoa powder will mess with the texture leaving the cake too dry. Can I make this cake into cupcakes&;#63; Yes&;#33; This recipe would make for great cupcakes. For tips and cooking times for chocolate cupcakes check out our recipe for the World’s Best Chocolate Oatmeal Cupcakes. What’s a good birthday cake recipe for yellow cake lovers&;#63; If you’re baking for a yellow cake lover‚ check out our recipe for Tender Yellow Cake with Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting. Can I leave this cake out at room temperature&;#63; While the cake itself will stay fresh at room temperature for about 2 days‚ the cream cheese frosting should be kept chilled. If your cake is frosted‚ you’ll want to store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Otherwise‚ you can chill frosting separately and frost the cake just before serving. Print Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake This Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake is an irresistibly moist‚ tender‚ and decadent one-bowl chocolate cake. Together with the chocolate cream cheese frosting‚ this cake recipe is a winner. Course DessertCuisine AmericanDiet VegetarianMethod Bake Prep Time 20 minutes minutesCook Time 40 minutes minutesTotal Time 1 hour hour Servings 20 servings Calories 307kcal Author Amy Dong EquipmentInstant Coffee Granules IngredientsFor the Cake:2 cups granulated sugar (397 grams)5 ounces dark chocolate good quality‚ roughly chopped½ cup unsalted butter (113 grams)1 cup water (240 ml)1 TB instant coffee granules decaf is fine1 cup buttermilk (240 ml)2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour (283 grams)2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon saltFor the Chocolate-Cream Cheese Frosting:8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature½ cup unsalted butter (113 grams)‚ room temperature3 cups powdered sugar (340 grams)½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (43 grams)¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract InstructionsFor the CakePreheat oven to 375F with rack on lower middle position. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.In a saucepan over medium heat‚ stir together the sugar‚ dark chocolate‚ butter‚ water‚ and coffee granules. Occasionally stir until mixture is melted smoothly together. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly‚ about 10 minutes.Whisk in the buttermilk‚ eggs‚ and vanilla. Sift the flour‚ baking soda‚ baking powder and salt into the pot in three additions‚ whisking gently to combine after each addition. Mixture will be liquidy.Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread into an even layer. Bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out mostly clean‚ 30 to 40 minutes (a few tender crumbs attached is perfect.) Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.For the FrostingUsing an electric mixer‚ beat together the cream cheese and butter on medium-high speed until creamy‚ about 3 minutes‚ scraping down the bowl as needed. Sift in the powdered sugar‚ cocoa powder‚ and salt. Add vanilla. Mix on low speed at first‚ as powdered sugar can fly upwards; increase to medium-high speed and beat until frosting is smooth and whipped‚ about 1 minute.Spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cooled cake. Video Notes If you prefer‚ instead of using 1 TB instant coffee granules‚ substitute with 1 cup of very strong brewed coffee/espresso in place of the water. We highly recommend using either the instant coffee granules or brewed coffee‚ as it enhances the chocolate flavor of the cake – it will not taste like coffee at all. Frosted cake will stay fresh and tender in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For an extra fluffy‚ delicious topping check out our recipe for Stabilized Whipped Cream. If you enjoyed this recipe‚ please come back and give it a rating. We hearing from you&;#33;  Join our Free Recipe Club and get our newest‚ best recipes each week&;#33; NutritionCalories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 483IU | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg More To Bake And Eat Fudgy Brownies – These fudgy brownies easily blow all boxed competition out of the water. Flourless Chocolate Tort – Velvety‚ rich‚ and decadent‚ this flourless chocolate tort is a naturally gluten-free dessert that no one can turn down. Chocolate Zucchini Bread – This sweet‚ tender chocolate zucchini bread is surprisingly healthy with zucchini‚ whole grains‚ and coconut oil. Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake – Chocolate mousse cake is the ultimate chocolate-lover’s dream come true. It’s rich‚ creamy‚ and oh-so-chocolatey&;#33; The post Easy Chocolate Sheet Cake appeared first on Chew Out Loud.

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