"One of my mom's friends gave her this recipe when I was a child and it has been a family favorite ever since. When your "chocolate sweet tooth" acts up, this really hits the spot! —Linda Yeamans, Ashland, Oregon..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup butter, softened
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1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup baking cocoa
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
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1 cup buttermilk
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MOCHA ICING:
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3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
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1/4 cup baking cocoa
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6 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
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6 tablespoons butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Toasted whole or chopped almonds, optional