Well, it definitely isn't my favorite cake, decor-wise, but tastewise, oh my! It was AMAZING. Just the right density, and it was so moist and chocolately. I added an extra 1/4 cup of cocoa powder this time and a bit more of the secret ingredient - COFFEE!
The mocha buttercream frosting I made using instant coffee and cocoa powder... and it was perfect. Somehw I managed to spread it quite smoothly and evenly, and it wasn't super thick like normal. Yum!
I took the cake to school, and have been receiving rave reviews about it. Only problem was the border on the bottom of the cake. The frosting was being really difficult. I managed to get it to work for me on the top, but the bottom it wouldn't "ribbon" correctly. Oh well - practice makes perfect!
