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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Rich, moist, easy chocolate cake to feed a crowd. Small serving is more than enough. Great for community dinners or large get togethers of any sort. Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour |
2 cups white sugar |
1 cup butter |
1 cup water |
1/2 cup shortening |
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder |
1/2 cup buttermilk |
2 eggs |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
6 tablespoons milk |
4 cups confectioners' sugar |
Directions:
1. Sift together and set aside in large bowl the flour and sugar.
2. In saucepan over medium heat bring to a boil; 1/2 cup margarine or butter, 1/2 cup shortening, 1 cup water, and 4 tablespoons cocoa.
3. Pour cocoa mixture over flour and sugar mixture. Stir in buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Mix well and pour into a greased and floured sheet pan.
4. Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) oven for 20 minutes.
5. To Make Frosting: Five minutes before cake is done, bring to boil in a saucepan 1/2 cup margarine or butter, 6 tablespoons milk, and 4 tablespoons cocoa. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the confectioners' sugar, nuts (if desired), and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and immediately pour frosting over cake. Cake may be served warm or at room temperature.
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