Chocolate Christmas Cake

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

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[@danielkim7841]

Beth is that woman who had everything figured out! She creates gorgeous gardens, renovates exquisite homes, runs a household, is a mom and businesswoman. Her recipes have an astonishingly beautiful presentation WOW factor but use affordable ingredients and her techniques are well thought out and foolproof. She is like a mix of Ina Garten, Martha Stewart, and the Enegizer Bunny. In the same way Beth coached people through the stressful and intimidating process of planning a four course Thanksgiving dinner with her game plans, I need Beth to coach me through and plan my 401k for my retirement, I need her to organize my doctor's visits, and I need her to fix my credit!!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

LOL! Your comment just made me laugh out loud! You're hilarious! OK for your other needs: 1.) 401K, always give the max if you can, you'll love the tax break and 20 years from now you'll be so happy you did! 2.) Dr. Visits, make all your apts the month of your Birthday each year, all of them! That way you'll never forget to make them! 3.) Re: Credit. Don't have more Credit cards than you need. Always pay on time, in full if you can, and don't fall for any of those dept store cards to save 10% on purchase, it's a trap! Oh and always make sure you can pay your rent with 1 week's paycheck. This was the best advice I was given and kept me from spending above my means for everything else :) which always helps with credit Happiest of Holidays!! And thanks for the giggle!

[@AlexAlex-gj4jd]

The rosemary sprigs and cranberries dipped in sugar looked beautiful next to a wonderful bundt cake shape! Genius idea! 🎄🍒🎄

[@kimiefabulous]

The rosemary dipped in water, then sugar, is brilliant.

[@PrincePrince-bt9iv]

beautiful! saw the thumbnail and knew it is a black forest :) love the idea with the sugar on the thyme and berries.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

It's such an easy trick that is so pretty too! :) So glad you enjoyed!

[@theresavinson6466]

Thank you Beth you are the best. We so appreciate you being here and sharing all your great recipes! Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy new year see you in 2022!!🎁

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[@elenistamatakis9246]

Beth,being greek,I love cooking,backing Over all good food. Watching 👀 for new ideas,and afcorce easy-going And that I have found in you,not only easy Delicious, and very elegant,like u spend so much time. Along with the presentation Thank u so much 💓 Also I like to wish u And ur family (ur dad) That I make his eggnog lolol To have wonderful xmas and holidays Be safe and healthy

[@jilljensenliving]

I ordered this pan and I will make this as our Christmas cake! Yum! Since we don't have Calvados I'll look for some flavoring in my pantry. Maybe a nibble of rum or orange flavoring. Thanks again for another winning recipe! 🎄 🤶 🌲 🧑‍🎄

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes of course that would be great too! I hope you enjoy it! I love that pan so much I dragged it all the way to France with me! LOL!

[@vzmkitty]

We finally made this, and it was DELICIOUS!! I used oil instead of cooking spray, and tried to take it out of the pan too soon, and disaster struck. My kids don’t care, they love it just the same, and I do too. It’s really rich and chocolaty, just incredible. It reminds me of the deep chocolate flavor of a really good brownie, but in a lovely, moist, soft, not dense but but not too light cake. I’ll buy some cooking spray and try again, mmm!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

LOL! Oh no Veronika! But I had to laugh because I know what you mean, the cake is so good that you really don't care if it crumbles LOL! But YES baking spray will fix you right up! Spray it well and then use a pastry brush to distribute it well into all the nooks and crannies, but so glad you enjoyed it! And yes it is like a lighter brownie ha! Great analogy! :)

[@vzmkitty]

@@EntertainingWithBeth as the cake came apart in chunks while trying to remove it from the pan I heard you in my head saying, and I paraphrase, "wait until it cools completely even if you're stubborn and don't want to. I know what the heck I'm talking about, I have a successful KZbin channel for a reason." I might not have gotten that quote exactly right. ;-)

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

@@vzmkitty lol! Well if anything it will help you remember for next time! teachable moment as I say to my kids! 🤣🙌

[@182curlyhead]

I made this cake for a holiday party and received many compliments! It looks beautiful and tastes even better. Thank you for another wonderful recipe, Beth!

[@taylorwalton3674]

This chocolate cake looks wonderful. I just wishing that I had found it in December ! Will definitely try it though. So glad that I came across your channel. Thank you

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Me too! WELCOME! This cake is also a great one any time of year just pop it in a regular bundt pan, and serve with the cherries :) Great for Valentines Day too!

[@Jean2235177]

This looks easy peasy. And that pan is perfect for a Black Forest vibe. 👍🏻

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh it is! SO easy it's such a breeze! And so delicious too! Happy Holidays!

[@OnlyinMiamiFlorida]

Tried this recipe finally. Loved it, very easy to make with a big return. Thank you Beth, found video so helpful but your instructions were laid out very organized and easy to follow. Merry Christmas. Cheers!

[@vzmkitty]

My kiddos and I are finally going to make this today, thanks to a snow day! my son loves cooking so we watched your video together. At first he thought the cake looked like mountains with a train track running around the base, but now he thinks it's trees with a train track running around them. Either way it will be fun and delicious.

[@ariella2658]

Wonderful recipe Beth! I remember finding your channel through your France vlog series, which I immensely enjoyed🤗 From since then I've been following your channel! I appreciate the work you put into making these recipe videos, Keep Going dear and Happy Holidays! ☺️💖

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Thanks so much! 😊 I'm so glad you have joined me :) WELCOME! And not to worry I'll be back in France this summer and we'll do some more fun French vlogs! Happiest of holidays!

[@ariella2658]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Thank you for this reply! I can't wait to enjoy more of The French vlogs to come! 🤗

[@luciagonzalez4899]

You could have used your egg whites for the sugared rosemary and cranberries! This cake is truly gorgeous, Beth!!! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! See you then!

[@patriciaschmitz1619]

Hi Beth, I came out of hospital day before Christmas Eve, we were spending Christmas alone, no cake or dessert left in house, one husband with sad face, saw your recipe and whipped it up as a Christmas Day cake/dessert. I was worried about the taste as I only had olive oil on hand, but there was no need to worry. My husband and I both said Wow! It was moist and delicious and extra delicious with the cherries and ice cream. One question why use Baking Soda not Baking Powder? I used Baking Powder and it turned out fine as that was all I had in the cupboard. My next recipe to try will be your indulgent monkey bread. Every recipe Of yours that I have tried has turned out to become firm favorites of ours. Happy New Year to you and Yours.

[@Sun-Soul]

Simple, delicious and Beautiful!😍You really know how to step everything up a notch Beth. After years of watching your channel, I've developed a deeper love not only for cooking, but for elevating the experience so that my family or guests feel special. You have a true gift of "romancing the ordinary", which makes entertaining so very special! Thank you for sharing your gift.❤ May the joys of the season bless you and yours!🌟 See you in the New Year!🍾🥂Cheers!

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[@helenwong1252]

This Chocolate Christmas Cake is definitely a holiday worthy cake !!!!!!!!! 🎂🎂🎂🎉🎉🎉

[@josephruggiero1280]

Another beautiful creation! So delicious too! Yes we did have fun in the Black Forest!

[@oxanakravchenko3011]

Cooking it second year in a row! Soooo good! Thank you, Beth! Happy New Year!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Happy New Year to you too! I'm so glad the cake has been such a hit! :)

[@mcryan17ryan14]

Thank you so much for sharing! I was trying to decide what to make for Christmas dessert- and now I know! See you in 2022!

[@lollyparker]

This cake is so delicious, really the best chocolate cake I have ever had. I had the hardest time getting it out of the bundt pan. I sprayed it with Pam but is there a better solution? It was still amazing- especially with fresh whip cream.

[@ramikhirfan7851]

Beautiful festive cakes. Have a happy holiday season ☃️🌲🌲☃️❄🛷🙏

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Thank you! You too! :)

[@dianebaker5243]

Your chocolate cake looked yummy and beautiful like the Swiss Alps. Merry Christmas and Happy New year 👍☃️🎄

[@sandyresendes617]

Definitely on my baking list this holiday! Thank you for sharing Beth! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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[@jocelynleung7480]

That is a stunning bundt pan!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

It really is one of my favorites :) So charming!

[@snowfleem]

hi beth and happy new year!! I’ve been watching you since I was around 9 years old (I’m 17 now haha) and it’s always so wonderful watching your videos. thank you for being such a big inspiration for me and always fueling my love for cooking (:

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww that's so sweet! Thanks for all your support over the years! That really means a lot :) And I'm so glad it has fueled your love of cooking! Keep at it and it will become a lifelong passion :)

[@zainabhaider215]

I have ordered the Bundt pan from your shop but will be making this cake tomorrow in the regular one I already have. So excited for this!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yay! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Its so yummy snd fun to make too!

[@yesssanibelle]

Gorgeous as always, Beth! Your brown butter cookie dough is sitting in the fridge right now :) Happy holidays!!

[@BDmanaser]

Oh loved watching this video. Happy holidays!

[@kahlanicayo6962]

I love the Bundt pan! I wish we could borrow them like a book at the library. Pans sure do take up space, lol! Thanks for a beautiful and easy recipe. Merry Christmas to you, yours and this wonderful community!🎄☺️

[@vzmkitty]

My friend has this Bundt pan and does loan it out each December after she’s used it. I picked it up yesterday and am planning to make this cake tomorrow. Mmm!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Oh I love that idea! Like "rent the runway" but for cooking equipment! Genius! Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday as well! Happy cooking! :)

[@vzmkitty]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Happy Holidays!

[@morism.6241]

I made this today, and it was really easy and delicious 😍 all my friends enjoyed it too, thanks for this amazing recipe

[@chihuahuasrule1175]

That cake looks so moist.😍

[@annmarievoccola1319]

Beautiful! Thanks for all you share and do. Merry Christmas Beth.

[@HotChocolateHitsOfficial]

Looks fabulous! Love that chocolate cherry combination🥰

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh it's SO good! And festive too! Happiest of holidays to you and your family! :)

[@aninditachattopadhyay1723]

Hi Beth , I made this cake for New Year’s Eve in a regular Bundt pan. It was such a big hit! Moist inside and more crispy outer crust. Definitely a keeper for me . Thanks for this wonderful recipe 😀

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Isn't it yummy?! Ha! I'm so glad you enjoyed it too! Happy New Year! :)

[@abbiekaric8949]

What a great recipe. Easy and beautiful. Thank you.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

My pleasure 😊 When Easy and Beautiful collide, that's my favorite type of recipe ha! :)

[@lilmonster90210]

such a special and delish recipe. i love cherry / raspberry w dark chocolate

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

It really is such a great combo! :)

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

What a gorgeous cake, Beth! It’s the kind of dessert that causes everyone to take a quick breath in when you bring it to the table, especially with the frosted rosemary wreath. Then the ice cream and cherries? To die for! Not this year, but hope to make this in the future. Worth buying the pan and making it an annual tradition! And you look great in that green cashmere turtleneck - it’s a fabulous color on you! Merry Christmas To You And Your Family! 💚❤️☃️🦌🎄🦌☃️❤️💚

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[@datgal2u]

Cake looks perfectly festive for the holidays and I love your green sweater!

[@hilaryquinn8673]

Oh, my word. How gorgeous! Simple, yet so elegant. I can never remember if you have to grease those pans. I think I have a silicone version of this pan. I’ll have to go find it now. Thanks for all your fabulous ideas and beautiful videos. Merry Christmas!

[@annsmith9508]

You do, but I either use the baking spray, but I have butter and flour and butter and sugar. You would think you might get a bunch of flour parts, but I never do__ the details always come out sharp. Love this mold. I do t have this one.

[@margaritawitherspoon7930]

Hi Beth, Just found your channels a couple of weeks ago and I am in love! Great source of information from cooking to gardening, you are such a pleasure to watch.

[@vermontharvest]

Oh, this looks wonderful. So festive and delicious! Thank you Beth for another wonderful year of amazing recipes. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎄❄️

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[@studioknit]

Beautiful! I have the same Bundt pan, so I have to make this, too! Love the decorations and option to substitute brandy with almond extract. Happy holidays! 💖

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Awesome! Perfect timing! Hoping you and your family have a wonderful holiday season! I'm so late with my Christmas Cards! But I LOVED yours! LOL!

[@d.dorough]

What a Christmas treat this will be. Thank you, thank you!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

My pleasure! And you'll love how delicious it is! Ha! Happy Holidays!

[@willie8229]

Merry Christmas, Joyuex Noel, Beth!! Thanks for another great video!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! Merry Christmas to you too! :)

[@tonyrandomm]

LOVE!

[@setvouchig8425]

Thank you Beth for d beautiful cake & recipe 🎂🎄❤️🎉

[@mjmjmj50]

Looks so amazing , definitely trying this for Christmas day .Thank you.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You’re so welcome 😊 I hope it's a BIG hit! :) Merry Christmas!

[@mjmjmj50]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Wishing you a very joyful Christmas 🎄 😊 🎁

[@kristophercampbell5640]

Beautiful cake😍😍

[@CarolgTX]

Have a wonderful Holiday season, Beth! I love the look of the rosemary sprigs and Cranberries dusted with "snow." Such a beautiful and festive cake!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

And so easy too! That's the best part!

[@CarolgTX]

@@EntertainingWithBeth indeed!

[@keren.icehand]

Wow! Beautiful!💜👍

[@JolovesDecor]

I wish she had a show on the Food Network. She’s so awesome.

[@wcwright44]

Oh yes, Beth! I have at least 3 parties that will be perfect for this beautiful cake. That Bundt pan….how charming! My husband and I also visited the Black Forest and he’s a big Black Forest cake fan but I’m really excited to make your version. How did I miss this video last year?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh yes! This is the "Little Black Dress" of holiday entertaining ha! This cake goes anywhere! It's so easy to make and looks so pretty too! Not to mention, totally delicious! I hope you enjoy it! :)

[@midlifemom5829]

Looks yummy and festive! I love the one bowl recipe! The green sweater is so pretty on you! Merry Christmas!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh how I love the one-bowl recipes! Ha! So glad you liked the sweater, it's so cozy ha!

[@ipshitasaha123]

Hey Beth, I am not much of a bake. In fact, I am pretty intimidated by baking, but I have found your recipes to be very reliable. Much better than every Anna Olson’s. Hope you get many many more subscribers.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww so nice of you to say, I'm so glad they've been a hit! And yes working on the subscriber growth LOL! Thanks for the support and words of encouragement, it always means a lot :)

[@katiestegman8083]

This is so beautiful! You’re making me rethink my Christmas dessert plans. Merry Christmas, Beth! Thanks for all your wonderful videos!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww I hope whatever you decide on it's a BIG hit! :)

[@katiestegman8083]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Thank you! 😊

[@TT-yn7qi]

This looks so beautiful I can't wait to make it. And thank you for including the recipe in the description.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Of course! My pleasure :)

[@byronchandler5000]

What a beautiful chocolate cake, Beth.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Thanks Byron! :)

[@tuyetcong-ton-nu1388]

Can I substitute almond flour to make this cake? Thank you for the recipe. Your videos are fun to watch and the recipes are easy and delicious. Thanks!

[@rubycrosby16]

I got my little whisk!!! Thanks Beth😊

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

LOL! Isn't it the cutest?! So handy too! Love a good mini whisk! LOL!

[@LuLu-sy8oz]

Thank you for all your great recipes, and tips. Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and your family Beth!

[@shomabhattacharya7515]

I am seeing this bundt pan after ages, I think. Last I saw Nigella Lawson baking a Christmas Cake in it, on one of her Christmas special series.

[@mitzibud6908]

Another awesome video!! Thank you!!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

You are so welcome! :) Happy Holidays!

[@Carina-2906]

Really delicious! Wonderful recipe! Thank you very much Beth!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Of course! My Pleasure!

[@chickwit2575]

Wow. Looks so moist and chocolate-y. 😍😍 can't wait to make this one.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh it is! How you enjoy it! :)

[@chickwit2575]

@@EntertainingWithBeth I have made so many of your recipes since 2011 when I first started watching you. They always work out for me and I always get great feedback on them. I am sure this one will also be the same !!! Happy holidays to you and your family 💜💜💜

[@leslikuyweski4576]

Its looms delicious! Merry Christmas, Beth!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Same to you! :)

[@stefanvucetic]

That look sooo good well done

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

So glad you enjoyed! :)

[@Pam-fx7ci]

I'm going to bake this cake for christmas. Thank you! ♥️🎄✨

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww hope u enjoy it!

[@noellepycior]

Thank you Beth! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Same to you and yours! :)

[@AndreaGracie]

I made this and added chocolate chips. It was delicious.

[@dinac7361]

Beth merry Christmas!!I made your chocolate cake Omg so so good,moist and delicious ,I served mine w fresh berries and whip cream ,delicious

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

YAY! So glad it was such a hit! :) Yummy and easy right?! Ha!

[@hudson7265]

Looks AMAZING!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

And easy too! You can make this for Christmas with your parents and sister! :)

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[@kellycolle3335]

Wonderful recipe! I may have missed it, but do you grease the pan?

[@DJDJ-ek9tu]

Missed it to, but at 2.50 there is a popup to spray the pan 🙂

[@macaoron]

Happy holidays Beth! I was already amazed by this cake when I looked at the video thumbnail, it’s that gorgeous!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Aww so glad you enjoyed it! It's just as yummy as pretty and so easy too! I hope you enjoy it! Happiest of holidays! :)

[@lindaromano3734]

Absolutely beautiful Beth!! Great tip for the rosemary and cranberries!! Enjoy the holidays 🎄

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[@CookingChampionandVlogs]

So delicious 😋😋

[@lilishoraka906]

Awesome recipe as usual ! Thanks so much!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

My pleasure! :)

[@mommabear5059]

Merry Christmas, sweet Beth. I wanted to attempt the buche de Noel this year, but life got in the way. There’s always next year, but this looks very doable and I think my family will love it!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh yes this cake is just as festive and WAY easier! Ha! Yes the buche needs a lot of mental planning LOL! Happiest of Holidays!

[@danlewis1871]

Merry Christmas Beth you’re adorable,

[@tinhinan2724]

❤I'm trying this today

[@marthaluzgomez2486]

Por favor subtítulos en n español para poder entender mejor sus maravillosos recetas gracias

[@bayer54]

Hi Beth can you show me your cherry brandy and where to get it ? I have trouble finding any !

[@elsafischer3247]

Merci

[@tonyrandomm]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

[@djabele5514]

beth im definitely making this looks so good and elegant, also i love your style where do you get your clothes you always look so cute also that yellow bowl did you get that here or france thank you

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Ha! Aww you're so kind. Seriously most of my clothes come 3 places, 1.) Old Navy 2.) J. Crew 3.) Banana Republic with a few items thrown in from Zara and Anthropology when my teenager says I'm getting too frumpy LOL! Isn't that bowl beautiful? I get them on Amazon from a company called Mason Cash. They are so many awesome ones to choose from, you'll go nuts ha! Here's the link to their Amazon store Happy Holidays (and Shopping!) amzn.to/3yKSH5l

[@Doris-y5v]

I wish I was your guest at Christmas!!! 😀

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

LOL! :)

[@taylorwalton3674]

Hi there, I’ve tried this cake for the first time today but it’s really risen. Wasn’t nice and flat like yours, plus I’ve checked it with a cake tester and one side seems done yet the other side the tester is coming out wet. Any ideas where I went wrong. Thank you for your advise/help.

[@oreothecat1192]

Omg I finally found your other channel 😊✨

[@kfetter9046]

Did you spray the bundt pan before using it? I love the "snowy" rosemary and cranberries! I also like your mixing bowl - what size is that? Happy Holidays!

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Yes definitely spray the pan first with baking spray :) And yes that mixing bowl is so great! It's the largest 10 quart size. They are currently sold out on it on Amazon, but they have so many other lovely bowls to choose from. Here's the link! amzn.to/3p5mNgG

[@portiafosuaa3695]

You Always know what's best

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

LOL! Ya think?! Ha!

[@kriswon2783]

Is there a trick to get pans like the forest pan with many nooks clean after baking? Even when I spray the pan, I just can’t get them completely clean.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

I know what you mean! I just keep soaking them in hot water and soap until clean, but don't put them in the dishwasher since the heat from the washer will bake on the crumbs! I did just come across the little bundt pan cleaning brush which looks intriguing, I guess we are not along with this issue! Ha! Here's the link: amzn.to/3e9lTcR

[@aninditachattopadhyay1723]

Hi Beth , I have the Wilton Christmas tree shaped cake pan . Do you think I could make this recipe in that pan ? Would love to try out your recipe 😊

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Oh sure! Depending upon what the capacity is of that pan, you might want to cut this recipe in half. This recipe is a 9-cup capacity batter. So just fill up your pan with a few measuring cups of water to see how much it holds :) Then dump the water out into a thirsty plant :) Hope you enjoy!

[@aninditachattopadhyay1723]

@@EntertainingWithBeth Great idea! I am not sure of the pan size , so will follow your idea to measure . Thanks Beth and happy holidays 🎄♥️

[@ipshitasaha123]

Hi Beth, Can the AP Flour be substituted with GF 1to1 Flour?

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Great question! I havent tried it but if you have had other success with cakes making that sub then yes but you may want to pick a pan that is not as intricate since without gluten it nay not mold as well without the elasticity of the ap flour👍

[@vidhijoshi1868]

Beth this looks amazing!! Can u please suggest how i can follow this recipe without eggs? What should i use as a substitute? Happy Holidays 😃

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Well you could use unsweetened applesauce. 1/4 cup for each egg. I wouldn't worry about the egg yolks. Just use 3/4 cup of applesauce instead :) And maybe a bundt pan that doesn't have a lot of detail in it, since without the eggs I'm afraid it may not be as elastic to hold an intricate shape, but it would still taste really good! Maybe a loaf pan would be best :) Hope you enjoy!

[@tonyrandomm]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

[@vzmkitty]

I borrowed this Bundt pan from my friend and plan to make this cake tonight or tomorrow. Can I sub Dutch process cocoa powder for the plain? It’s all I have in the cabinet, but if need be I can hit the store.

[@EntertainingWithBeth]

Sure you can use the Dutch process BUT swap the baking soda in this recipe for baking powder. It has to do with the acidic reactions between the baking soda and Dutch process. this article explains it really well! Hope you enjoy! joythebaker.com/2013/10/baking-101-natural-vs-dutch-processed-cocoa-powder/

[@vzmkitty]

@@EntertainingWithBeth thanks! I bought some regular processed cocoa today so I don’t need to worry about it. If these kidlets ever go to sleep (!!) I can make my cake.

[@vzmkitty]

Merry Christmas!

[@danicaeine]

When do you think is best to start baking, like a few hours before dinner or the start of the day ? What do you guys think?

[@flourchylde]

So beautiful. I would add that you should be sure to use BAKING spray and not cooking spray on the pan and the cake will come out perfectly. I know the recipe calls for it but I just wanted to emphasize the importance of it.