Spiced Devil's Food Cake (Print-Friendly Version)

Featuring deep chocolate flavor and warming spices, this tempting treat shines for autumn gatherings or celebrations. Enjoy with Texas-inspired flair, a touch of Southern sweetness, and nostalgia you'll want this later.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Cake Batter

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 3 large eggs, at room temperature
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
12 - 1 cup buttermilk

→ Frosting

13 - 3 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
14 - 1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
15 - 6 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
16 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
17 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
05 - Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition.
06 - Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edges, turn cakes onto wire racks, and let cool completely.
09 - Sift the confectioners' sugar and baking cocoa into a large bowl. Blend in the melted butter, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable.
10 - Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting evenly over the top. Add the second cake layer and frost the sides and top of the cake.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Bringing eggs and buttermilk to room temperature ensures a smooth batter and even baking.

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