Grandpop's Special Chocolate Cake Recipe
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Grandpop's Special Chocolate Cake

By: Leo J. Lagrotte  
"Here is my version of chocolate cake. Aunt Mary's Vanilla Frosting compliments it perfectly."

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Original Recipe Yield 1 9 inch layer cakes
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot, brewed coffee
  • 2 eggs

Directions

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

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Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 322 | Total Fat: 11.3g | Cholesterol: 37mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2006 by Bobachai 
Excellent, excellent chocolate cake. This is the first cake I've ever made, and it turned out... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2003 by NEDPSA 
This recipe saved the birthday party!! I had originally made another highly recommended... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2005 by Jen 
This cake got rave reviews!! I couldn't believe how easy it was to prep. I was worried when... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2006 by KEZ 
This cake is very forgiving because I messed up. UK cup measurements are different to US... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2006 by Allyson R 
Wow! Thanks for a great recipe. I used this with "Coffee Butter Frosting" from this site... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2006 by LA ESPOSA 
I made this for my husband's birthday 3 days ago and the cake is still moist and delicious. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 31, 2006 by BEANIEBOO 
I made this for my daughter's birthday party with a simple butter frosting. All the kids... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2006 by Elyse 
I personally like this cake because it only called for 2 eggs and 1/2 cup of oil in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 8, 2006 by Deelish 
I enjoyed this cake. I liked it because the coffee cuts the sweetness. I did reduce the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2006 by Ilovemy4kids 
My very first attempt at making an actual cake, and it turned out great. Thank you for this... MORE

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