Mahogany Cake
From Observatory
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I.
- 4 sq. bitter chocolate
- 1 c. brown sugar
- ½ c. milk
- 1 egg
Cook in double boiler till thick and creamy.
II.
- 1 c. brown sugar
- 2 c. prepared cake or pastry flour sifted 3 times before measuring
- ½ c. fat
- ½ c. milk or water
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp. soda
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Mix by cake method, adding first mixture when cool.
Bake in two large or three medium layers. Put into very moderate oven, 200°F. to 250°F., and increase gradually to 300°F. up to 350°F. until done. Use mocha filling or any other filling and icing.
