One-Bowl Chocolate Cake

Cake recipe from "The Seasoned Mom" website

Ingredients:

1 cup all purpose flour, sifted

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 large egg

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup whole buttermilk

1/2 cup hot water

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

FOR THE FROSTING:

6 tablespoons butter, softened to room temperature

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar

4 tablespoons milk, or more as needed to achieve a creamy, spreadable consistency.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrrees.

Grease and flour an 8" x 8" baking pan.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powdr, baking soda, baking powder and salt.

Add the egg, oil and buttermilk and vanilla, whisking well to combine.

Add the hot water and whisk until the batter is smooth.

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan.

Tap gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.

Bake forr 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserved in center comes out clean.

Let cool, then frost if desired, or just sprinkle with powdered sugar.

FOR THE FROSTING:

Beat all ingredients together in a mixer, beating until creamy and smooth.

Start by adding half the milk, then add the other half, or more to achieve a spreadable consistency.

Top with chocolate jimmies (sprinkles) if desired.