Ingredients for Black Chocolate Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup hot, strongly brewed coffee
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
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How to Make Black Chocolate Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Generously grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Set aside the dry ingredients.
- In a separate heat-proof bowl, combine 1 cup boiling water and ½ cup hot, strongly brewed coffee.
- Add ½ cup vegetable shortening (or other shortening) to the wet ingredients and whisk until completely melted.
- Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Then, beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
117g
Fat
232g
Carbs
16g