SECRET CAKE
This recipe was given to me by my mom's neighbor, Sharon Kelley. It is the very best chocolate cake recipe I have ever tasted.
Provided by Patti Roberson
Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine flour and white sugar in a large bowl and set aside.
- Put 1/2 cup buttermilk into a large glass and add baking soda, stir until combined, set aside.
- In medium sauce pan over medium heat combine water, shortening, 1/2 cup butter and 4 tablespoons cocoa. Stir until shortening and butter are melted. Allow to boil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add chocolate mixture to dry ingredients mix until well combined. Add buttermilk baking soda mixture, stir until blended. Add eggs and mix at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and mix well. Pour into a 9 x 13 inch pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 minutes.
- To Make Frosting: Combine 1/2 cup butter, 1/3 cup buttermilk, and 3 tablespoons cocoa in medium sauce pan, allow to come to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and add confectioners' sugar and mix well, add 1 teaspoon vanilla and chopped nuts. Pour over hot cake. Allow cake to cool. The longer this sets the better it gets!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.9 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 339.4 mg, Sugar 49 g
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Rayham Islam
[email protected]This cake is a must-try! You won't be disappointed.
Carmen Estrada
[email protected]I can't say enough good things about this cake. It's moist, flavorful, and delicious.
Emanu Bihon
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Raju vai geming
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always comes out delicious.
goldy fox
[email protected]I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Ayam Shamal
[email protected]This cake is so decadent and delicious. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Kanwal Rpt girl
[email protected]I've tried many chocolate cake recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Rushdien Worship
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make it again.
dragon fn
[email protected]This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so moist and rich.
Jahed Chowdhury
[email protected]My family loved this cake! They couldn't get enough of it.
Farman Noor
[email protected]This is my new go-to cake recipe. It's perfect for any occasion.
Gulam gaush Pathan
[email protected]I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Toretha Sidney
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always comes out delicious.
dissanayaka gedara
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly.
Shaon Hrx
[email protected]This is the best cake I've ever had! The texture is perfect and the flavor is amazing.
Tj Matthews
[email protected]I've made this cake twice now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it.
Karak Star
[email protected]This cake is incredibly moist and flavorful! The secret ingredient really makes a difference.