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by Stacy  6 Comments

Miss Sally’s Chocolate Cake

chocolate cake recipe

When we had Ruthie, our church delivered several meals to our house – because they’re holy like that. And we love them. Our former pastor’s wife, Miss Sally, (I know, I know, it is technically “MRS. Sally”, but the name Miss stuck) is the most amazing woman of God you’ll ever meet. She’s gentle. She’s kind. She just casually dropped off a chocolate cake. Like it was no big thing. And friends, I had never had Miss Sally’s cake before. But I can tell you, I never want to be without it AGAIN. 

Barry and I ate that whole cake OURSELVES. Yes, we had 3 other children at the time who could eat. And yes, we had folks coming over to see the new baby. But you know what? Some things are sacred. Some things you just don’t share. This chocolate cake is one of those things. 

Over the last 3+ years, this cake has been elevated to pedestal status at the Myers house. So much so, that my extended family now knows Miss Sally’s Chocolate Cake. It is often a go-to for showing hospitality without breaking the budget, too.

What did Andy request for his birthday? Miss Sally’s chocolate cake. What did Eli request for his birthday? Miss Sally’s cake. What did Barry and I lick the dish of before returning? Miss Sally’s cake (don’t worry, we also washed it). 

I got permission from Miss Sally to post her recipe. She said we should also note that it’s called Minnesota Chocolate Cake. And if that’s so, hats off to Minnesota – you raised the bar on chocolate cakes. 

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Miss Sally’s Chocolate Cake

Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: birthday cake, cake, chocolate cake
Servings: 12 slices

Ingredients

Cake

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1-3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour milk aka buttermilk
  • 2/3 cup melted butter coconut oil also works
  • 1 cup boiling coffee

Icing

  • 1/3 stick butter softened
  • 1 lb powdered sugar
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • milk use enough to make icing mixture spreadable

Instructions

Cake

  • Whisk together the flour, cocoa, sugar, baking soda, and salt. 
  • Add egg, sour milk, melted butter, and coffee. Whisk until combined. 
  • Pour into greased and floured 9×13 baking pan and bake at 350 for about 30 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched in center.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before icing.

Icing

  • Throw icing ingredients into bowl of mixer and add milk just until spreading consistency.
  • Spread on top of cooled cake. 

Notes

Calories for this cake don’t matter. Trust me. 😉
chocolate cake recipe

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About Stacy

Stacy is a Homemaking and Business Mom Mentor, the author of two cookbooks, creator of multiple e-courses, seasoned life coach, and comedian extraordinaire. Her first priority is her husband and her children - family first. She presses on each day because her calling is to teach, train, and mentor other ladies to have their dreams. She believes if it’s not easy, you won’t do it – because she’s lived it. She’ll bring YOU the awesome so that you can get your home back into control and watch your business soar. For tips and easy strategies, you can follow her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.

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  1. Sue says

    November 11, 2021 at 1:43 pm

    Enter your comment here…Oh, my! The first cake got eaten without the icing. Spot-on Stacy. Now to make another to make it look as though only one cake was made…. It is a light and fluffy cake that will keep people coming back for more. And if you eat it while standing, then zero calories are consumed.

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    • staceface1981 says

      November 11, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      It is SO delicious!!!!

      Reply
  2. Vicky says

    April 12, 2020 at 2:58 pm

    Made this cake today for Easter for my husband & I during this Covid-19 “stay at home order.” It uses simple ingredients that should be in any basic pantry. It was delicious & simple. Even great without ice cream! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      April 13, 2020 at 9:53 am

      I’m so glad you liked it too! We just love it!

      Reply
  3. Klarey says

    October 16, 2019 at 11:55 pm

    Oh my goodness, I made this and it was DIVINE. Thanks to Miss Sally for the share!

    Reply
    • Stacy says

      October 17, 2019 at 7:07 am

      Hooray! Thanks for the review!!!

      Reply


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