BROWNIE NUT CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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A classic recipe from the 1976 edition of "Betty Crocker's Cookbook," this one-bowl chocolate cake is sized right for small families.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups cake flour
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons shortening
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted, cooled
2/3 cup finely chopped nuts
3 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
Dash of salt
2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted, cooled
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 8- or 9-inch square pan. In large bowl, measure all Cake ingredients. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat 3 minutes on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 tablespoon milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla and dash of salt; add 2 oz chocolate. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until frosting is smooth and spreadable. If necessary, stir in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time.
  • Once cake is completely cool, frost and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Randall Moore
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Overall, I thought this recipe was great. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy.


Laraatef Hassan
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The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cake itself was delicious.


Jessica Valentino
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This cake is perfect for chocolate lovers. It's rich and decadent, but not too sweet.


SDsleep
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Ameer Ali Siyal
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This cake is definitely worth the effort. It's a showstopper!


Christy Hammack
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as expected. It was still tasty, but not what I was hoping for.


maruf hassan
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The cake was a little too dry for my taste, but the frosting was amazing.


Fleming Hunjra
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This recipe is a keeper! The brownie nut cake was rich and chocolatey, while the chocolate cream cheese frosting was light and fluffy.


Dickson Obioma
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Not only was this cake easy to make, but it was also incredibly moist and flavorful. My family loved it!


Ashton Saban McCullough
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out delicious. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Tator Avila
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This brownie nut cake was a hit at my party! The chocolate cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.