INGREDIENTS
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1 c butter, room temperature
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2 1/2 c sugar
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5 eggs, separated (reserve 1 yolk for frosting)
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3 c cake flour
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp cocoa, unsweetened
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1 tsp baking soda
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1 c buttermilk
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5 Tbsp strong brewed coffee (1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon)
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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CARAMEL CREAM FROSTING
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2 tsp cocoa, unsweetened
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1 lb confectioners' sugar, sifted
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1/2 c butter, room temperature
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1 egg yolk, beaten
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3 Tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled
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1 Tbsp vanilla extract