INGREDIENTS
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For cake:
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Butter and unsweetened cocoa powder for pans
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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1 c. buttermilk
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2/3 c. vegetable oil
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2 c. all-purpose flour
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1 3/4 c. sugar
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1/2 c. unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tbsp. baking soda
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1 tsp. salt
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1 c. freshly brewed hot coffee
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For chocolate frosting:
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1 c. sugar
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1/2 c. whole milk
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6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
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1 12-oz. package (2 c.) semisweet chocolate pieces
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1 to 2 tsp. freshly brewed hot coffee, optional
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1 1/2 c. pecan halves, toasted
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1/2 c. purchased caramel ice cream topping