Devil's Food Cake
This classic Devil's Food Cake recipe from 1900 offers a rich and comforting taste of history. The cake features a deep chocolate flavor and a moist, tender crumb, perfect for any occasion. The recipe uses simple ingredients and a straightforward method, resulting in a satisfyingly sweet treat. Serve it with white icing for a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Brown sugar
- 3 squares Unsweetened chocolate squares
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda (Originally 'soda' (baking soda).)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup White icing (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, cream the butter and 1 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2In a saucepan, mix egg yolks, the remaining 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup milk, and chocolate. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- 3Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly, then add it to the butter and sugar mixture. Stir to combine.
- 4Add the remaining milk, vanilla extract, and the flour and baking soda (sifted together). Beat for 2 minutes until well combined.
- 5In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cake batter. Pour the batter into two tin pans prepared with waxed paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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