Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) bittersweet or semisweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup (57 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder, (measured correctly)
  • 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 3/4 (222 grams) cups all-purpose flour, (measured correctly)
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil
  • 3 large eggs plus one egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) semisweet baking chocolate, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups (250 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons (11 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Sprinkles, if desired

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