HOT WATER DEVILS FOOD CAKE
This recipe was used for over 50 years by a German friend. Got lucky enough to have it passed to me.
Provided by Sharon Whitley
Categories Chocolate
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Cream together shortening, cocoa, sugar and eggs.
- 2. add flour, salt, buttermilk with soda, and baking powder. Mix well; then add 1 cup hot water and 1 teaspoon vanilla. This is a soft batter. Bake in two 8 inch layers pays well greased and floured or in a sheet cake. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes. Frost with your favorite frosting.
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Aleafia Elhdi
[email protected]I love the way this cake looks with the whipped cream frosting. It's so elegant.
Rachel Castle
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect comfort food.
Md Taijul
[email protected]I've never made a hot water cake before, but this one was really easy. I'll definitely be making it again.
Avhishek
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and it's sure to impress your guests.
Emmanuel Yohanna
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but I really enjoyed this one. It's not too sweet and it has a great texture.
Shina Ahmed
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a potluck or bake sale. It's easy to make and it always gets rave reviews.
MR.Triple R JR
[email protected]I would recommend this cake to anyone who loves chocolate cake. It's a classic recipe that's sure to please.
Greatman Ita
[email protected]Overall, I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either.
Morne Botha
[email protected]This cake is a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some extra butter or oil next time.
Mosiur Rhaman
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.
rashid kamal
[email protected]This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Sanyu Madrine
[email protected]I love the rich chocolate flavor of this cake. It's perfect for a special occasion.
joshua hart
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'm definitely adding it to my regular baking rotation.
Zilfa Mengane
[email protected]I was skeptical about the hot water ingredient, but I'm glad I tried it. It really does make the cake more moist.
Jama Mpofu
[email protected]This cake is delicious! The hot water makes it extra moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Jameson Helton
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.
Clement Jacobs
[email protected]This hot water devil's food cake was a hit with my family! It was moist and chocolatey, with a tender crumb. The whipped cream frosting was the perfect finishing touch.