Nanny’s Chocolate Cake

Ainekset

2 c flour

2 c sugar

3/4-1 c cocoa

1 t baking powder

2 t baking soda

2 eggs

1 c milk

1/2 c vegetable oil

1 c hot coffee- strong

Pinch of salt

Elegant Frosting

1 1/2 c sugar

3/4 c evaporated milk (can use remaining can with water to make 1 c for cake batter)

6 ounces Unsweetened bakers chocolate plus 2-3 oz dark choc

1/2 c butter

1 t vanilla

Ohjeet

1. Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda.

2. Add liquid ingredients and mix well.

3. Pour into greased 9x13 pan (very liquid) Bake 30-35 min at 375°

Elegant Frosting

1. Combine sugar and milk. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat. Simmer 6 min without stirring. Remove from heat. Add chocolate, stir to blend. Stir in butter and vanilla. Let cool. When stiff, frost cake.

Muistiinpanot

This is it. The chocolate cake recipe to beat all chocolate cake recipes. Nanny makes this better than anyone, and it is a must-have cake for all birthdays.