Description
A mouthwatering chocolate dessert that’s perfect for gatherings or satisfying a sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large skillet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, water, and 1/2 cup cocoa powder until it boils. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Combine with melted butter mixture. Mix in eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared skillet and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, mix powdered sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, milk, and remaining vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread frosting and top with chopped nuts if desired.
Notes
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting for best results. Can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg