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
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.
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David Legend
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to others.
Jasmine John
[email protected]Overall, this cake was a good experience.
TOP CHASER
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was good.
Waqif Ullah
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but it was still good.
Nonhlanhla Noyoba
[email protected]This cake was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.
Anto Masereka
[email protected]- Perfect for chocolate lovers
Siriah Brown
[email protected]- Easy to make
Darik Beza
[email protected]- Rich and creamy frosting
Israt Jahan Ratna
[email protected]- Moist and fluffy cake
Adnan Saifi
[email protected]This cake was delicious! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.
Sumi Khatun
[email protected]I found this cake to be a bit dry, but the frosting was good.
Miyura Roshan
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.
Prabin Shah
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a chocolate lover.
Roblox Queen
[email protected]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
[email protected]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
[email protected]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.