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Moist Chocolate Cake

By: Irene Peery  
"I work evenings in the operating room at our local hospital. Since getting away for meals can be difficult, we occasionally plan potlucks. I'm frequently asked to bring my 'chocolate cake with the special icing'. -Irene Peery Charlottesville, Virginia"

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Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 9 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons butter (no substitutes)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee or water
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and butter. Cover and microwave on hight for 1 minute. Stir; cook 30 seconds longer or until melted.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil and egg. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until combined. Add the chocolate mixture and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. For frosting, in a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and chocolate; stir in the coffee until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until mixture is thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter and vanilla. Spread warm frosting over cake.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2008 by leemz 
Like many others, i always wanted to bake the perfect moist chocolate cake. I stumbled upon... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2008 by Arine 
I've baked this cake several times and it worked out great every time I made it. Especcially... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2009 by Emma 
I used this at my Dad's birthday party, and loved it! Everyone wanted the recipe, and even... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 27, 2009 by chandra 
i agree the cake is moist but using vegetable oil to get the moistness isnt really being moist... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2009 by J Emig 
I just made this cake today for my brother's birthday. It was absolutely delicious...wouldn't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2008 by KIMAR 
I didn't make the cake but I made the frosting for another cake because of a previous review.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2009 by christalwater Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Sorry, but I didn't like it al all. Too dense and had not much flavor. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2009 by Jen04 
mine didnt turn out as dark as the one in this picture and i followed the recipe exactly. mine... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2009 by Joy 
Irene, this is such a good recipe! Thank you for sharing! It's really moist, the texture is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2009 by JLMAYER 
Pretty good cake, great frosting. Next time, I'll make it in a larger, rectangular pan so... MORE

 
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