We all have these people in our lives. Everything they make melts in your mouth. When they talk about something they have made, you need the recipe right then. Vanya shared this and it is our “go to” chocolate cake. We left the test driving up to Vanya on this one. She confesses this is her fave and it came from a church cookbook. Chocolate has never tasted so good. Hungry Sisters are always looking for something new and different, but can’t live without tradition.
Memaw’s Chocolate Sheath Cake
Mix together:
2 c. sugar
2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
Melt in a saucepan:
1 c. water
1/2 c. shortening
4 tbsp. cocoa
1 stick butter
Pour over dry ingredients and mix well.
Add the following mixture:
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. soda
Stir until bubbly. Pour in a greased pan Cook 20 minutes at 400 degrees
(check for doneness with toothpick) do not overcook.
Icing:
Melt in a saucepan:
1 stick butter
4 tbsp. cocoa
7 tbsp. milk
Pour over:
1 lb. box powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
Mix well and add:
1 c. chopped pecans (nuts always optional)
Pour icing over cake while still warm.
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