3 Layer Dark Chocolate Cake

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This cake is nothing short of amazing, it is meant to be baked in three pans, baking in anything less will not produce the best results -- see my recipe#89207

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Steps

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Set oven to 350 degrees f.

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Set oven to second-lowest rack.

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Grease three 9-inch round cake pans , then line the bottoms with parchment paper.

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In a heat proof medium mixing bowl mix together the boiling water with cocoa powder and coffee granules until completely combined.

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Allow to cool for about 20 minutes or until room temperature.

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In another bowl sift the flour with baking soda , baking powder and salt.

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Set aside.

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In a large bowl cream butter with both sugars and vanilla until fluffy.

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Add in eggs and beat for about 3-4 minutes.

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Add in the flour mixture alternately with the cocoa mixture until combined.

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Divide the mixture evenly beweeen the cake pans.

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Bake for about 25-35 minutes or until cakes test done.

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Ingredients

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boiling water, unsweetened cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs