How to Make Mamaw's Devils Food Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mamaw's Devils Food Cake holds a special place in my heart. This rich, decadent cake has been a staple at family gatherings for as long as I can remember. Mamaw, my grandmother, was known for her incredible baking skills, and her Devils Food Cake was always a showstopper. It's a recipe that has been passed down through generations, and I am honored to be able to share it with you.

What makes Mamaw's Devils Food Cake so special is its deep, intense chocolate flavor and moist, tender cr...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 stick butter
  • 5 eggs
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Information

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

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the vanilla. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, cloves and cinnamon. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. To make the frosting, use the second set of ingredients.
  • In a heavy saucepan, combine the cocoa, butter, milk and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture comes to a boil. Cook to the soft ball stage (234 to 240 degrees F, 112 to 115 degrees C). Remove from heat and beat by hand until the mixture becomes thick. Stir in the flour, beat until blended. Poke holes in the cake and frost while the cake and icing are still hot so the icing will penetrate. Let cool before serving.
  • Nutrition

    275 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 124mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 91mg