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Ingredients Jump to Instructions ↓

  1. 2 cups all-purpose flour

  2. 2 cups white sugar

  3. 1 cup butter

  4. 1 cup water

  5. 1/2 cup shortening

  6. 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  7. 1/2 cup buttermilk

  8. 2 egg s

  9. 1 teaspoon baking soda

  10. 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  11. 6 tablespoons milk

  12. 4 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions Jump to Ingredients ↑

  1. Sift together and set aside in large bowl the flour and sugar.

  2. In saucepan over medium heat bring to a boil; ½ cup margarine or butter, ½ cup shortening, 1 cup water, and 4 tablespoons cocoa.

  3. Pour cocoa mixture over flour and sugar mixture. Stir in buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and ½ teaspoon vanilla. Mix well and pour into a greased and floured sheet pan.

  4. Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) oven for 20 minutes.

  5. To Make Frosting: Five minutes before cake is done, bring to boil in a saucepan ½ cup margarine or butter, 6 tablespoons milk, and 4 tablespoons cocoa. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the confectioners’ sugar, nuts (if desired), and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and immediately pour frosting over cake. Cake may be served warm or at room temperature.

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