LITTLE CHOCOLATE CAKE
A small chocolate cake can be just as good as a large one. Plus, none of it goes to waste. Husband Loren and I love its terrific from-scratch taste and rich chocolate frosting.-Paula Anderson, Springfield, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine chocolate and water; stir until blended. Cool. Add the sugar, shortening, egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the chocolate mixture alternately with buttermilk. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely. , For frosting, combine the first six ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil for 1-1/2 minutes; remove from the heat. Set pan into a large pan of ice water. Beat for 1 minute. Add butter and vanilla. Beat 10 minutes longer or until frosting achieves spreading consistency. Frost cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 945 calories, Fat 34g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 159g carbohydrate (126g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
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[email protected]I can't wait to make this cake again!
Bright Ogbebor
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make. I love that I don't need any special ingredients or equipment.
Ibrar Azam Ibrar Azam
[email protected]The chocolate flavor in this cake is amazing. It's so rich and intense.
Ubaid Ladla
[email protected]I love how moist this cake is. It's not dry at all.
Faaizo Ciise33
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Chris Walker
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Jaydan Nelson
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my office party! Everyone loved it.
Aja Dabo
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. My cake turned out perfect!
S Lav
[email protected]Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
Abbass Sahi
[email protected]I made this cake for my boyfriend's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Carol Atiuhaire
[email protected]This chocolate cake was so moist and delicious! I loved the rich chocolate flavor and the fluffy texture. It was the perfect dessert for my dinner party.