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Catch A Husband Cake Recipe

Catch A Husband Cake Recipe

The Catch A Husband Cake Recipe is a legendary dessert. This sweet treat has charmed hearts for generations.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer 
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Rubber spatula
  • Sifter

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup strong coffee cooled
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F temperature setting.
  • Grease cake pan with butter thoroughly.
  • Sift flour, cocoa, and dry ingredients.
  • Beat eggs until light and fluffy.
  • Add sugar gradually while mixing continuously.
  • Pour buttermilk and oil into mixture.
  • Add vanilla extract and coffee slowly.
  • Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture.
  • Pour batter into prepared cake pan.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until done.
  • Cool completely before removing from pan.

Notes

  1. Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing
  2. Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough cake
  3. Test doneness with toothpick in center
  4. Cool completely before frosting the cake
  5. Store covered to maintain moisture levels
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