Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cups white granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup baking cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon, buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon, warm water
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted )
  • 3 ounces dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate (melted and cooled)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Flaked sea salt (for topping)

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