SPICED DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE

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One of my mom's friends gave her this recipe when I was a child, and it has been a family favorite ever since. When your chocolate sweet tooth acts up, this really hits the spot! -Linda Yeamans, Ashland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup buttermilk
MOCHA ICING:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
6 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toasted whole or chopped almonds, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. , Sift together all dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool on wire racks for 10 minutes before removing from pans., In a small bowl, combine all icing ingredients except nuts. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. If desired, top with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tayyab Zohaib
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This cake was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll try a different recipe next time.


AT Milon
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I've tried many devil's food cake recipes, but this one is definitely the best. It's the perfect combination of moist, rich, and chocolatey.


Hari Giri
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. It's my new favorite chocolate cake recipe.


Obie MCD
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I made this cake for a bake sale, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


MH Shobuj
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but even I enjoyed this one. It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was light and fluffy.


Rana Farooq
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This cake was a bit too dense for my liking, but the flavor was good. I'll try a different recipe next time.


Jeevan BC
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Dalia Solomon
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I was a bit skeptical about the spices in this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. They added a subtle warmth and depth of flavor that was really nice.


Mane Mane
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This is my new go-to chocolate cake recipe. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect complement.


Connor 123
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The cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. I'll try reducing the sugar next time.


Aadil Tunio
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he raved about it! Said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Ashraf Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake turned out a bit dry. Not sure what went wrong, but I'll try again soon.


Ethen Patton
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This cake is a chocolate lover's dream! Rich, moist, and decadent. I'll be making this for every special occasion from now on.


Arif Nazari
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I'm a novice baker, and this recipe was a breeze. Turned out perfectly, and my family loved it!


Rebecca Alvarez
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This cake is as beautiful as it is tasty. The presentation was a hit at my dinner party.


Qamar Shahzad
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I've tried many devil's food cakes, but this one takes the cake! Moist, flavorful, and the perfect amount of spice. Highly recommend!


You tv
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This cake was devilishly delicious! Easy to follow recipe, absolutely making this again.