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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This recipe is from my Grandma, who go it from her mother. I don't know the history before that. Everyone just loves this cake, and when I asked Grandma about it, she said she didn't think it was anything special, just made with ingredients they were likely to have on the farm. Note: to make sour milk, add 1T vinegar or lemon juice to sweet milk. I make this as a very tall 9 x 13, 3 small layers or a whole bunch of cupcakes. Ingredients:
3/4 cup shortening |
2 cups sugar |
1/2 cup cocoa |
2 eggs |
1 tablespoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 cup sour milk |
1 cup warm water |
3 cups flour |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F or 180°C.
2. Cream the shortening and sugar, by hand or with a mixer.
3. Add the cocoa and eggs. Mix well.
4. Mix in the baking soda, salt and vanilla.
5. Alternately blend in the liquid and the flour. You should have a smooth cake batter.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes in a 9 x 13 pan, less for layers or cupcakes.
7. Top with your favourite frosting or just enjoy with milk!
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