• 2 cups flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup cocoa
• 2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1-1/2 cups prepared coffee
• 1/2 cup milk

Preparation -
In a large mixing bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together until well-blended. Add the beaten eggs, vegetable oil, coffee, and milk. Beat for 2 to 3 minutes at medium speed. Pour into greased and floured cake pans and bake in a preheated oven at 350º. Bake 2 - 8" or 9" layers for 30 to 35 minutes. Bake a 9" x 13" cake for 35 to 38 minutes. Bake 2 dozen cupcakes for 20 to 25 minutes. Bake as directed or until the center of the cake springs back after being pressed lightly. Remove layer cakes and cupcakes from the pans. Cool thoroughly on wire racks before frosting.

In my family, this is everyone's favorite chocolate cake. It's especially good when topped with Creamy Vanilla Frosting.