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Chocolate Cake With Coconut Pecan Topping

Chocolate Cake With Coconut Pecan Topping

Diana Rattray
This flavorful chocolate cake is just the right size, and it's easy to make. A from scratch cake with easy broiled coconut pecan topping.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup Canola oil or safflower oil
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk or sour milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • .
  • Topping:
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2/3 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 4 tablespoons evaporated milk or half-and-half

Preparation:

Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan or spray with a flour and oil baking spray. Heat oven to 350°.

Combine flour, granulated sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add oil, buttermilk, and vanilla, along with beaten egg. Whisk or slowly beat until well blended. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine topping ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until well blended. Spread topping over the warm cake and broil about 4 inches from heat for 3 minutes, or until topping is browned and bubbly.

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