Special Occasion Chocolate Cake Recipes

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GRANDPOP'S SPECIAL CHOCOLATE CAKE

Here is my version of chocolate cake. Aunt Mary's Vanilla Frosting compliments it perfectly.

Provided by Leo J. Lagrotte

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11



Grandpop's Special Chocolate Cake image

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, soda, and salt.
  • Add oil, milk, vanilla, coffee, and eggs; beat well. Batter will be thin. Pour into two 9 inch greased and floured round pans.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 25 minutes, or when top springs back when done. Cool layers on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 272.4 mg, Sugar 34.5 g

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hot, brewed coffee
2 eggs

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