HOMEMADE DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE

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This was my mother's recipe and has been our favorite for many years. My husband and I have been married 47 years and have three children and five grandchildren.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup baking cocoa
2 cups sugar, divided
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups whole milk, divided
3/4 cup shortening
2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In the top of a double boiler, combine cocoa and 1 cup sugar. Beat 1 egg; add to double boiler. Add 1 cup milk; cook until thick and smooth. Set aside to cool. , Meanwhile, cream shortening and remaining sugar in a large bowl. Add remaining eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. , Sift together flour, baking soda and salt; add alternately with remaining milk to creamed mixture. Add vanilla and cooled cocoa mixture; beat thoroughly. Pour into two greased 8- or 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool. Frost with your favorite seven-minute or fudge icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

David Legend
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I would recommend this recipe to others.


Jasmine John
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Overall, this cake was a good experience.


TOP CHASER
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was good.


Waqif Ullah
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This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but it was still good.


Nonhlanhla Noyoba
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This cake was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Anto Masereka
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- Perfect for chocolate lovers


Siriah Brown
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- Easy to make


Darik Beza
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- Rich and creamy frosting


Israt Jahan Ratna
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- Moist and fluffy cake


Adnan Saifi
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This cake was delicious! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.


Sumi Khatun
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I found this cake to be a bit dry, but the frosting was good.


Miyura Roshan
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Prabin Shah
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a chocolate lover.


Roblox Queen
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The cake was moist and the frosting was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Abbi B
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and it was a huge hit! The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Nimra Nabeel
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This cake was absolutely delicious! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.