Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or your favorite)
- Extra nuts and caramel sauce for decoration
Equipment Needed
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (or whisk)
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooling rack
- Saucepan (for boiling water)
- Parchment paper (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans. Now, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk it all together until it’s nicely blended. Next, add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix those together on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Then, carefully stir in the boiling water—this is where the magic happens! The batter will be thin, but that’s exactly what you want. (See the next page below to continue steps…)