How to Make Gob Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Gob Cake is a classic dessert that originated in the Pennsylvania Dutch region of the United States. This rich and indulgent treat is a favorite at family gatherings, potlucks, and special occasions. The cake itself consists of layers of moist chocolate cake with a creamy, marshmallowy filling in between each layer. The entire cake is then coated in a decadent chocolate frosting, making it a true chocolate lover's dream.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking soda
  • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white sugar

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix the flour, 2 cups of the sugar, baking soda, 6 tablespoons of the cocoa, salt, vegetable oil, vinegar, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and the water together. Stir until just combined. Pour batter into on ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes. Let cake cool than ice.
  • To Make Icing: Beat together the butter or margarine, vegetable shortening, 1 cup sugar, milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Continue beating for 10 minutes. Spread over cooled cake.
  • Nutrition

    287 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 286mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 50mg