Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowl
– Medium saucepan
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 18 x 13-inch baking sheet
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
First off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the water and cocoa until smooth. Once that mixture is bubbling, pour it over the dry ingredients, and mix well (I like to use a hand mixer for this part; it really helps everything blend together smoothly). After that, you’ll need to add the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, mixing until just combined. I swear, the smell at this stage is pure magic! (See the next page below to continue steps…)