Black Magic Chocolate Cake – This is my go-to chocolate cake recipe. Moist, rich, and delicious dark chocolate cake that’s perfect for the Holidays, or any other occasion!
Deliciously frosted chocolate cake with a touch of coffee to intensify the chocolate flavor.
HAPPY NEW YEAR, MY FRIENDS!!!
AND what a way to start it – with free money and a CHOCOLATE cake!!! Is there any better way to enjoy the beginning of the New Year?! NOPE!
To make this celebratory message more complete, imagine that there’s a really cool gif right above this sentence with sparklers and stars and noisemakers! (I wish I was a graphic designer…)
On this night, given the choice between staying at home and going out, I always, always choose OUT! At this moment, I am partying it up with my husband and friends, sending off 2013, and ringing in 2014 with a bang! I may also have my fingers stuck to a Dom Perignon bottle…
What’s better is that I even have 2 slices of this Black Magic Chocolate Cake waiting for us when we get back home!! Diets do not start on the 1st of January – leave that for the 2nd.
HOW TO MAKE BLACK MAGIC CHOCOLATE CAKE
- We are going to gather standard chocolate cake ingredients like; sugar, flour, baking soda and powder, cocoa, eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil and vanilla.
- Using an electric mixer, we’re going to mix it all up together and pour batter evenly into two prepared pans and bake.
- In the meantime, we’ll prepare the frosting by combining butter and whipping cream in a saucepan to bring to a boil.
- This mixture will be poured over chopped chocolate and mixed until all is melted and incorporated, then chilled.
- Once the cakes have cooled off and the frosting is ready, spread the frosting over the chocolate cakes, assemble, and serve.
WHY WE EAT ROUND CHOCOLATE CAKES ON NEW YEAR’S DAY
On the 1st of January you have to eat “good luck” foods – round foods, like, cakes, cookies, and doughnuts! These treats are often enjoyed on New Year’s Day as their shape signifies that the old year has come to an end and the New Year brings a fresh start.
With that said, this cake is the best chocolate cake I have ever tasted. A moist
Anywho. About that giveaway! $100 Target Gift Card! Scroll down and enter!! GOOD LUCK! And again, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I can’t wait to spend another 365 days with you!! XO
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Black Magic Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
- butter for pans
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup strong brewed black coffee
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- !FOR THE FROSTING
- 1 bag (12 ounces) semi sweet chocolate chips finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Butter and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil and vanilla.
- Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes. You should have a thin batter.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool 10 minutes; remove cakes from pans to wire racks.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- !PREPARE THE FROSTING
- Place chopped chocolate in a medium mixing bowl; set aside.
- Place whipping cream and butter in saucepan and cook over medium heat to just a boil.
- Pour cream mixture over chocolate; whisk vigorously until chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate for an hour.
- Remove from fridge and stir; refrigerate about 1 more hour or until spreading consistency.
- Spread about 1/4 to 1/3 of frosting on one cake layer; top with the other cake layer and spread frosting on top and sides of cake.
- Cut and Serve.
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Hi Recipe is just fantastic for me but some of my friends wants it more sweet so How can I make more sweeter?
Hi, What can I use in place of buttermilk?
Hi! You can use milk, but it won’t be the same. If you can, get some buttermilk or you can even make it yourself. 1 cup milk + 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar; mix and let stand 15 minutes. That’s it. 🙂
Buttermilk will make your cake light, fluffy and tender.
You can use milk. 1cup of milk and two table spoons of lemon juice yield 1cup of buttermilk.
Best Yummiest Cake ever!!
Thanks for sharing this delicious chocolate cake recipe..Am not that great Baker, but this cake came out so good and yummy that it’s sooo loved by my daughter and on great demand among my friends. Thanks to you for sharing the joy of eating!! 🙂
Thank you so much, Reena! I am very glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
The cake was a great success
I am very glad you enjoyed it! Thank YOU! 🙂
Thanks for sharing this delicious chocolate cake recipe, I love chocolate cakes. Very Yummy and Tasty!
It looks absolutely delicious.
WOW!! this looks amazing.. Can’t wait to try this..
Can this be doubled? I need a cake to serve 20. I would make it in 2 12” pans.
This cake is fabulous and very easy to make.. Will surely try this recipe on coming occasion raksha bandhan..
I have made this cake so many times, and it comes out perfect each time for me. It is my go to when I want to bake chocolate cake for an event. I was wondering how many cupcakes it would make. I was thinking about 24 if it makes 2 9 inch rounds.
Hi,
Can I use chocolate bars instead of chocolate chips for the ganache? Is there a difference?
Thanks 🙂
Hi!
You can definitely use chocolate bars. Chopped. :))
Thank you so much! Hands down best cake ever, made it for a birthday and everyone went crazy for it. Keeping this recipe for life :))
I have made this recipe soooooooo many times! It is a firm favourite in our household and just so easy to make.. Thanks for such a great recipe!
The cake sunk pretty good in the middle, both of them. And the frosting came out very salty although we added no salt. I used Ghiradelli 60% cocao chips, heavy cream, but the butter was not the unsalted kind. That may be the issue. Not sure the frosting is turning out, as after two hours in the fridge, it is still too loose. : / I may add some powdered sugar to thicken it, and some coffee granules to take some of the salty flavour away. Loved making it with my daughter. Baking is always a wonderful adventure… Makes great memories with the kids. 🙂
My goodness, this looks scrumptious! Full of yum over all!
O M Gosh this Black Magic Chocolate cake came out perfectly yummy . Excellent recipe . I put homemade chocolate buttercream frosting on it . I will definitely make this again. Thank you.
Well this cake still be good if the coffee is omitted?
Sure! The coffee just enhances the flavor of the chocolate, it’s not noticeable at all. But if it bothers you, it’s okay not to use it, however you will still need 1 cup of liquid to replace it. You can use water, milk, a dark stout beer, 1/2 cup liqueur with 1/2 cup water, or even fruit juice.
Can the coffee be omitted and still be a good cake? I do not drink coffee or like coffee, and I do not want to buy coffee Just to make a cake.
You only need a cup. Just go to. Gas station or somewhere and pay the $1 for a cup of coffee
I made this cake and the cake came out perfectly however the frosting is liquid and doesnt seem to be firming up in the fridge. Any suggestions?
Hi! So, after two hours, it still didn’t thicken? You’re looking for a spreadable consistency, not something that will firm up completely.
Hi! Your recipe (and the images of the cake) looks amazing. Could you substitute the strong brewed coffee with instant espresso instead? If so, would I need to reduce the amount of espresso vice the coffee used in your recipe?
Hi! You don’t have to reduce the amount – it will just enhance the chocolate taste that much more with the espresso. I love that idea, by the way! 🙂
Could you use espresso powder instead of instant espresso?
Hi! Yeah, absolutely! As long as it’s coffee. 😀
I love this recipe so much:p
This is the perfect one for upcoming sunday :). Thank you Admin
Hi, I cannot find the recipe on this page, only pics…..please advise
Thank you
Hi!! Thanks so much for letting me know! It was there, just hidden behind a code. :-/ It is visible now. 🙂 Again, thank you!
Thank you…. it looks delicious, will definitely try it soon 🙂
I made this cake for Easter and it was dry. I was disappointed.
I was wondering if this cake needs to be refrigerated or left at room temperature once finished? Just to be sure. Thank you.
Hi! I like to play it safe so I always store the rest of it in the fridge. 🙂
Is the coffee supposed to be hot or chilled?
Hi! Yes, it should be cooled down.
What kind of cocoa powder do you use?
Hi Jessica! Just the good ol’ unsweetened Hershey’s. 😀
I’ve made this cake twice now and it has been a hit on both occasions! It’s a truly delicious chocolate cake! Thank you for the recipe!
This cake is so, so moist and tasty, I made this cake for a birthday and it was a huge hit.
Hi Katerina,
This is a great recipe. I like chocolate cake so much. I will try this recipe soon. Thank for share !
Hi,
Is that recipe for 2 round cakes?
Hi Shanny! Yes, it is. You will need two 9-inch round baking pans.
Could I bypass the layers and make one larger rectangular baking pan cake? If so, what size pan?
I just did this and it calendar out really good! I had to Cooke it for an extra 15-20 minutes in order to get the center baked well.
I made these tonight and they were absolutely delicious! I added an additional egg yolk.
OH MY GOSH!! I just made this cake tonight and I honestly haven’t had a better chocolate cake EVER!! It is such an amazing recipe! I followed it exactly and it came out perfectly!! Thank you so much!!! This is going to be my go to from now on!! Can’t go wrong!
Easy to make! Decadent and delicious! This cake is fabulous!
I love chocolate so much, it makes the cake taste magically like its name !
Can i use instant coffee instead of brewing it?
Hi Jennifer! Yes, as long as it’s still in liquid form and not just coffee granules. Is that what you mean?
Do you mean the liquid whipping cream?
Hi Lilly! Yes, that’s right, the liquid stuff. The heavy whipping cream that is in those milk cartons, and not cool whip! 😀
Can this be made into cupcakes? And what differences in recipe or bake time would there be??
I made cupcakes! I filled the cups with 1/4c. batter.
One batch was in a dark pan and baked for 16 minutes, the second was in a light colored pan and baked for 20 minutes.
They came out perfect. Good luck!
Truly the most soft and chocolaty cake! Love it! Made it for my hubby’s birthday and everyone loved the cake especially my eight months old baby! 😉
My cake didn’t rise well. Still tasted great though.i’m thinking it might be the eggs. What’s the size of the egg you used? Eggs in the Philippines are a bit smaller than in other countries.
Hi Joy! Very happy to know that you enjoyed the cake! Too bad it didn’t rise much, though. :-/
The cake is with large eggs, which weigh around 60 to 63 grams each. I hope that helps. Have a great week ahead!
Hi! I’m new to your site and am slowly getting acquainted with many of your recipes :). I ran across your Black Magic Cake and would love to make it for this year’s Christmas gatherings. Do you have any tips on how I would adapt this to a 9×13 sheet cake, especially cooking time? I’m a little intimidated by layer cakes! Plus I will be transporting it to someone else’s home.
Thanks,
Kelley
Hi Kelley! I haven’t made this cake in a sheet pan, so I’m not 100% sure… buuuut, according to my experience, since the original cakes are baked in two separate round pans, but you want to make both in one 9×13 pan, you shouldn’t have to change a thing in as far as cooking time and temp is involved. Also, most sheet cakes are baked for 35 minutes at 350, so it should definitely work. Let me know how it goes!! Have a very Merry Christmas!
I made this with special dark cocoa and split it into 3 8inch pans reduced cooking time to 26 min. I also added 1/4 c cocoa and some powdered sugar to thicken frosting because I didn’t have time for the chilling process, turned out amazing!
No one mentioned that this cake rises like crazy. I put mine into two pans and both spilt over and so much got wasted. And so much clean up too! Whatever was left of the cake tasted good though. Beware, this is a super soft cake and may be a headache to unmould. Unfortunately, mine got stuck to the pans despite the buttering and flouring. Maybe better luck next time.
I attempted this for my son’s birthday and the same.thing.happened. Cake ALL over my oven, the pans, everything smelled terribly burned. The cake (I cleaned up as best I could) tasted really good (in the chunks I got out of the pan) but the end result was a disaster. A huge mess and a house that smelled like *it* caught fire. I don’t know how to resolve the issue for next time.
Hi Jennifer! I’m so sorry you had difficulties with this recipe. 🙁 Did you use 9 inch cake pans? Or were they smaller? Anything smaller than 9 inches should be split between at least 3 pans. Nevertheless, I really am so, so sorry that it didn’t turn out for you.
Was it due to high altitude? You have to make a few adjustments in baked goods when water boils at a lower temperature. When I lived in NM, we ruined many family recipes before we got the adjustments figured out. Baking really is a science!
this sounds like Hershey’s Black Magic cake which I’ve been making for years. It’s always a hit
Hi Nancy! So this is Hershey’s recipe? I had no idea! I found it on All Recipes years ago and have been making it ever since. The best chocolate cake of EVER! 😀
I have made this cake for over 45 years- loved to bake started in my teens- and yes it is Hershey’s recipe. It is a super easy cake and good with any type of frosting. The good thing is that it’s super moist and almost gets more moist as it ages- but it never lasts more than a day or two!
I have friends request this for every occasion!
Can I make the frosting the night before, refrigerate it and use it the next day?
First, I always follow the recipe before I make any kind of adjustments. With that being said, I really loved the cake. However, I did try get a deeper, darker chocolate out of the cake. I made only a few adjustments:
2 teaspoons of vanilla instead of 1
Special dark cocoa instead of regular cocoa
I made the coffee a little stronger by adding more dark roast
I used sea salt instead of regular salt
This recipe was definitely a keeper! Thank you!
This was the best chocolate cake I’ve ever made!! thank you so much for this recipe 🙂
YAY! This is my favorite, too. 😀 SO happy you liked it! Thank you!!
Your cake is very delicious. I like your cake. Thanks for sharing image of cake.
Hey there Katerina,
I saw your recipe, fell in love with it an just made it for my eldest Sons 14th Birthday.
Made a few slight changes and adapted it to German. Now there’s the german version of it floating on my blog http://www.sabotagebuch.de/nas/content/live/diethood44/2015/08/20/ganz-schokoladiger-schokokuchen/
Thx so much for sharing!
Sandra
Hi ! Thank you so much for this recipe. It was such a hit with my husband and my folks.
I have just two things I need to know. Can I use this recipe to bake cupcakes and also if I could use the same recipe for vanilla cupcakes?
I have to comment, because I make A LOT of cakes and this is by far the best have have ever tasted! I was a little worried when I saw how runny the batter was, but it turned out beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
That’s great! Thank you! SO happy you liked it!
Almost exactly the same cake as my Grandmothers only her recipe makes 3 x 9 inch round pans. Also the “Original” 1920’s recipe has Coffee or Espresso in it. I have a copy of the add in her write in cookbook it came out from. The stronger the Espresso or Coffee the more flavor the cake has, just don’t get it too bitter compensate with sugar. Also remember to always shake the Buttermilk before using it so that its not settled in the container. Never ever add hot anything Water, Coffee, Espresso, unless the recipe calls for them.
I make this every-time there is an event at the American Legion, things like Funeral dinners, Retirement parties, any time we need to caterer to the public. I have adapted it into large sheet cakes. They can stacked like yours or served as iced singles.
Cupcakes topped with Hersey min Dark Chocolate bars also are popular for an extra Chocolate Treat for kids during the Fall Fest. Vanilla Buttercream is also a good contrast to the or with the Chocolate if you want to add something or double up the frosting.
My person favorite Chocolate cakes are 3 X9 round one made with Ice-water and between the frosting and the Cake has over 23/4 Cups of “Reg or Dark” Coco powder in it, Swimming in thick Chocolate Cream-cheese frosting. Or simple “Depression” Cake made with Vinegar, Soda, Salad Oil, at least for a fast sheet cake for company with simply vanilla frosting. Both stay moist for weeks not that they last that long and are easy to make. Growing up both were always around for an after school treat, along with a host of other things depending on the time of year.
This cake was delicious! I chambers the buttermilk for almond milk and the dark roast for a medium and it is perfect! Thanks for the recipe.
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Hi! Can i use 1/2 cup of melted butter instead of vegetable oil?
Thank you!
Hi Ana! Butter and oil do not have the same properties, but having said that, you can use the butter. Just know that the texture of the cake will be slightly different. Also, make sure that the butter is melted and completely cooled before you add it to the cake. Let me know how it goes! Thank you!
Any subs for the coffee? I don’t drink / use it.
Hi Rebecca! How about chocolate milk? Or coconut milk, if you like. You can also use beer… or even fruit juice. I hope this helps! Let me know!
Also, I should note that you really can’t taste the coffee in this cake – it just enhances the flavor of the chocolate.
Thank you, that really helped:)
Can you taste the coffee???
I made this cake for my husbands birthday and it was AMAZING!!!! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Anna! So glad to hear you enjoyed it! Thank you!
Happy Birthday to the hubs!!
Hi, May I know what type of sugar to be used in this? Can I use caster sugar or golden granulated sugar?
Hi! Yes, that would be granulated sugar. I hope you have a chance to try it – the cake is amazing! 🙂
Thank you so much for your quick reply Kate. I am trying this for a potluck with a group of mates and we ‘re all choc fiends and looking at this, it would fit perfectly. I just hope I am able to execute it and make you proud… Thanks again for sharing..
Don’t know if there’s a popularity contest at the pot luck, but if there is? You’ll WIN! 😀 Have a great time!!
This looks so amazing, cant wait to try it! I’m just wondering how high the edges of the baking pans have to be?
Kate! I JUST made this cake today to take to my in-laws for a Sunday dinner! It was DELICIOUS! Seriously…you made me look like a chocolate-cake-baking-rockstar! Everyone loved it! It’s so chocolatey and moist and the frosting is perfection! I followed your directions exactly…didn’t change a thing…this is my new favorite!
Wooot! I’m so happy to hear that! THANK YOU!!! 😀 xoxo
can I use Milk instead of buttermilk? will the results be the same? I love dark Chocolates!
Hi Sam! No, you want to use buttermilk and you can make your own buttermilk just by pouring 1 tablespoon of white vinegar in a liquid measuring cup. Then you will need to add milk to the vinegar and bring the liquid up to the one-cup line. Let stand 5 minutes and use as much as the recipe calls for. Hope this helps!
I’m in the UK so how much cream in fluid ounces and how many ounces in a stick of butter as ours comes in 250gram blocks many thanks
HI! I’m happy to help! 1 cup is 8 fluid ounces, so you will need 12 fl.oz. of cream. A stick of butter is 113 grams. A stick of butter is also 8 tablespoons. Let me know if you need anything else.
I don’t drink coffee and can’t stand the flavor or smell. Is there a substitute for the coffee in this recipe?
Hi Shelli! You don’t like coffee?!? hehe 😉 Do you like hot chocolate? I’d use cocoa instead of coffee.
est-il possible de remplacer le babeurre (difficile à trouver )par autre chose?
Hi! Yes – in a bowl or glass, pour 1 cup milk and stir in 1 tablespoon white vinegar. Let the mixture stand about 5 minutes; now you have buttermilk! 🙂 Hope this helps!
These look delicious! I do not like store-bought Cakes, but I LOVE homemade stuff, so I will definitely be trying this over the weekend.
Hello! Quick question. For the brewed coffee, does it have to be at room temperature or is it ok to add it hot? Thanks! I cannot wait to try this recipe.
Hi Jessie! It shouldn’t be hot, so warm or room temp will work best. Let me know if you need anything else. Have a great day!!
Thanks Katerina for your fast reply! I will let you know if I have anymore questions. You have a Great Day also! (: Thanks again for this fab recipe. Love Chocolate Cake.Cake.Cake! lol
YES, CAKE!! I’m right there with you, gurrrrl! 😉
Does this cake have to be stored in the refrigerator after it is done or can it be covered and stored on the counter.
I shop at Target all. the. time. I would probably spend the gift card on my usual groceries and maybe some clothes…but I’d definitely have to treat myself to some Essie nail polish 😉 Thanks for the giveaway & Happy New Year!!!
This cake sounds wonderful. Thanks!
As unexciting as it is, I need a new hair dryer. After that, I’ll be needing new clothes after that diet I started January 2nd. 😉
if I won I would spend it on home decor, I’m trying really hard this year to be happy with the home I have and not wish for a larger and fancier home if I had some spare money I would be able to but some items that would help my home be more functional.
I’m making the Black Magic Cake now.
One year ago at the age of 47, I decided to return to school to become a nurse. I left a full time job & a part time job to work just part time. My family of 3 has made many sacrifices to make this possible. I can imagine spending this card on school supplies and a little something for my husband and my son since they are my biggest supporters.
We’re in a new (to us) house, so I’d probably spend a gift card on home decor, mostly stuff to hang on the walls!
I would spend it on frames and wall decor for my house.
I saw this on your IG (I think) and it took me a while to actually visit your post to take a closer look. Amazing! You know how to make great food and know how to take beautiful pictures. Can’t help but staring at this cake… I want a slice so badly right now. Happy New Year to you and your family! Really looking forward to your new dishes this year!
YourYourphotos are gorgeous. I would spend it on chocolate.
I would use it to freshen up some things in my home.
I would spend a hundred bucks on food and clothes, probably.
I would buy valentine’s day items
baking stuff!!!
I would buy food!
Yikes, that’s what I call a cake! I have a similar cake coming up on my blog… I can’t think of a better way to ring in the New Year!
I would spend it on groceries. Thanks for the chance! 🙂
I would spend the entire amount in the baking/cookware aisles. And by the way, the cake looks amazing!
there’s nothing like chocolate cake!
I’d buy a new trash can…mine has seen better days!
That cake looks a.MAZ.ing! I would spend it on new stuff for my coming baby:)
Sale items that I need.
I think I would buy one of those Mowhawk mats that you put right in front of your sink to stand on (I spend half of my life there doing dishes!)
I was just at Target…my favorite store! Go in with a list but come out with double [or more] of what I “needed”! Love it! 🙂 If I won the gift card, I think I’d buy some chocolate and a new hand mixer-mine died on NYE!! As for that AHH-MAZ-ING chocolate cake…looks simply DEE-LISH!! Can’t wait to make it! We’re some chocolate FREAKS here!! This is perfect!! Thanks for posting and here’s to the Happiest of New Year’s!! Cheers!!
I’d use the gift card on some new “unmentionables” and couple of new baking pans.
I’d buy gluten free baking ingredients to make this delicious looking cake!!!
Some clothes for my oldest and shoes as she needs them more
I’d probably spend it on some kitchen items!
Coffee pot. Thank you!
Gift card would always be welcome as well as the Chocolate cake!
What’s not to love about Target!!
Happy New Year!
This cake looks positively drool-worthy.
Necessities….unfortunately.
The cake looks amazing – love dark chocolate!
I would buy serving platters
I would use it to buy more fun baking goodies and some stuff to organize the kitchen for all of my baking goodies lol
Definitely some new home decor!!
Workout clothes because I will need them after eating this cake! Haha
I would buy new baking supplies!
Groceries for baking!
This looks so good. My grandma makes a chocolate cake with coffee and it is amazing. She made it with me once but that was like 10 years ago and I forgot the recipe. I will definitely have to try this out!
I would use it to buy groceries:-)
I would probably use it to buy groceries!
I’d use on something for my upcoming DIY wedding in February!
Groceries. Socks. I could spend the whole thing on socks, actually….
I’d probably use it on groceries!
I’d probably spend it on my two little ones. And maybe a little something for me 🙂
If I won, I’d probably spend it the way I always spend money at Target…I’d go in for a few things…then walk out a few hundred dollars later. Always.
If I won the 100 dollars, I’d stock up on chocolate chips and whipped cream for that luscious frosting and cake! Love the idea of eating round sweet things on January 1.
Happy New Year =)
A Fit Bit!
I’d buy some new king size sheets.
Gorgeous cake my dear!
I would love love to win the Target giftcard! I love Target!
Great recipe! I would use the gift card to buy some extras for my new camera I ordered or even a photography class!
I would use the gift card towards my grandkids upcoming birthdays!
If I won the target gift card, I would head over to the kitchen section & let my instincts take over! There are some basic gadgets I need to replace but there is also some bakeware I need & I’m sure I could find something I want!!
WHOOOOAA!! I would kill for a piece of this cake right now!
I love Chocolate Cake, it’s looks delicious Great job Vicki! Wishing you Happy New Year!
This cake looks soooo good! The coffee must make it even better 🙂
Clothes and stemware!
I would spend the $100 Target gift card on clothes and shoes.
Sounds lame, but probably a blender..
Your cake is just lovely, Kate! Dark, chocolatey and gorgeous. But…LOL! Guess what I baked the other night? Your cake! Yep. But, it is a special cake and I used the Hershey’s Perfectly Chocolate Cake recipe as well as the Allrecipes cake recipe…both recipes that I have been making for many years to develop my recipe. Everyone loves this cake! And, for good reason. 🙂 I hope to get the post done for Friday, my dear. Happy New Year to you and your family! xo
Hi Stacy!! It is a great cake, isn’t it! Now I want more… 😀 Happy New Year to you, too!! XO
My Target has the best grocery prices so I am there weekly.
Target is my favorite store…I would probably buy “kitchen..y” things.
What a great indulgent recipe and giveaway!
I’d use the gift card to buy some MUCH needed food props 🙂
Ah yes! Food props – us food bloggers will never have enough of those! 🙂 Thanks, Becca!! Happy New Year! XO
You know me and chocolate. 🙂 I’d definitely love the gift card though. I’d use the money for an iPad tripod mount.
I would buy groceries at Target 🙂
I would use the gift card for beauty products
Starting the New Year with a stunning chocolate cake!! I love it!!
I would buy more dishes. 🙂
If I won the gift card, I would spend it on some good books to read.
This cake looks wonderful! I’m more of a stay at home gal on NYE, but I’ll take the bottle of Dom 🙂 Here’s to a great 2014!
clothes!! and bathroom stuff. . love Target! 🙂
I’d probably buy some shoes or a purse that I would try to talk myself out of otherwise!
Lovely cake! I would spend the Amazon gift card on a cake platter and a pair of running shoes!
The Target gift card. Sorry! 🙂
If I win I will buy groceries. thank you:)
Happy New Year!! Hope you had a glorious night saying good bye to 2013 and saying hello to 2014! I would love a big slice of this cake for my breakfast. 🙂
If I won, I would use the gift card for food and beauty products. Thanks! Vicki.
They have a mirror from Threshold I want for our new house. This would be perfect.
Hi, would very much appreciate follow backs! Thank you! Vicki.
The cake looks rich and decadent. Maybe just a SMALL slice. Happy New Year!
This cake is just stunning. Obviously any diet must wait an extra day ;). Happy New Year, Kate!