LIBBY'S CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is my family's favorite cake. I take it to all family gatherings and to any other functions.
Provided by Elizabeth Pitts
Categories Other Desserts
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter two 9-inch x 2-inch round cake pans. Line with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pans.
- 2. Sift the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and mix on low speed until combined. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry. With mixer still on low, add the coffee and stir just to combine, scraping the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 23 to 27 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 30 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
- 3. Chop the chocolate and place it in a heat-proof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until just melted and set aside until cooled to room temperature.
- 4. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium-high speed until light yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg yolk and vanilla and continue beating for 3 minutes. Turn the mixer to low, gradually add the confectioners' sugar, then beat at medium speed, scraping down the bowl as necessary, until smooth and creamy. Dissolve the coffee powder in 2 teaspoons of the hottest tap water. On low speed, add the chocolate and coffee to the butter mixture and mix until blended. Don't whip! Spread immediately on the cooled cake.
- 5. Place 1 layer, flat side up, on a flat plate or cake pedestal. With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting. Place the second layer on top, rounded side up, and spread the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake.
- 6. Note: I use the Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa it makes a huge difference. And I also use Instant Coffee for the cup of coffee in cake batter
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HossaM MahraN
[email protected]This cake was amazing! It was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this cake again.
SAYEM Gaming
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably use less sugar next time.
Puran Dhakal
[email protected]This cake was amazing! It was the perfect cake for my daughter's birthday party. It was a hit with all the kids and adults.
Thato Letebele
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use a different flour next time.
Hamza choudary
[email protected]This cake was delicious! It was the perfect combination of moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.
Leo00Dino
[email protected]This cake was a little dry, but it was still good. I think I would add some more butter or oil next time.
Asha full Khan
[email protected]This cake was really easy to make. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to follow the recipe and make a delicious cake.
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[email protected]This cake was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness.
Hassen Umer
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably cut the sugar in half next time.
Choudhary Kabir
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good. It was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.
King oliver
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Amanda tully
[email protected]I made this cake for my son's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Laraib Zafar
[email protected]This cake was okay, but it wasn't anything special. I wouldn't make it again.
aqab khan minawaal
[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and the frosting was too sweet.
Bacon King Official
[email protected]This chocolate cake is the best I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.
Marion Dalli
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.
Mix tv
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Jacob Kpadonu
[email protected]This chocolate cake was a hit at my party! It was moist, rich, and decadent. Everyone raved about it.