POTLUCK CHOCOLATE CAKE

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This rich cake with fudgy icing and a sprinkling of nuts is a proven potluck winner, according to Ann Shorey of Sutherlin, Oregon. It's often the most anticipated part of the meal," she nods. "I've also taken the cake on camping trips. It stays moist for several days."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup water
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 to 7 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring butter, water and cocoa to a boil; whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt. Add cocoa mixture; beat on low speed just until combined. Add sour cream, eggs and baking soda; blend until smooth. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. For frosting, in a bowl, cream butter. Combine the confectioners' sugar and cocoa; gradually add to butter. Beat in the vanilla and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Frost the cake. Sprinkle with nuts. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Coolcat Coolcat
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I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't as moist as I would have liked.


Faizan Channa
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Abdul Musavir wali
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out delicious.


Mohan Lama
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This is the best chocolate cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ina Mucaj
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This cake is so rich and decadent. I can't stop eating it!


richard white
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday, and she loved it! It was the perfect chocolate cake.


Chaudhary Zaheer
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This was my first time making a chocolate cake from scratch, and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe!


Kgaogelo MADONSELA
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Best chocolate cake I've ever had! I'll definitely be making this again.


zakir Abbasi
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This cake was so moist and flavorful. The frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this cake again.


anttor shakil
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Easy to follow recipe and the cake turned out delicious!! This will definitely be my go to recipe for chocolate cake.


Spice liana
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.


Hammad Hashmi
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This chocolate cake was a hit at my potluck! It was moist and decadent, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I got so many compliments on it.