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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Raspberry Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine Mixtures
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin.
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Raspberry Sauce Directions
Prepare the Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
Cook the Sauce
Cook the mixture while stirring gently until the raspberries break down and the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
Strain the Sauce (optional)
If you prefer a smoother sauce, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds. Allow to cool.