Ingredients:

Cake Ingredients:

• 3 squares (1 ounce each) unsweetened chocolate
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup butte
• 2 cups sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream

Caramel Frosting Ingredients:

• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Cake Preparation method:

1. In a small saucepan, melt chocolate in water. Remove from the heat; cool completely.

2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream.

5. Add cooled chocolate mixture; beat on medium speed for 1 minute.

6. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Frosting Directions:

1. Combine the brown sugar, milk, butter and salt in a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.

2. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; cool to lukewarm.

3. Transfer to a small mixing bowl; beat in confectioners' sugar, cream and vanilla until mixture achieves spreading consistency. Frost cake.


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