Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 teaspoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon Coca-Cola 1 teaspoon coffee 2 (1-ounce) bottles red food coloring 1 teaspoon pure vanilla 1 cup buttermilk Ganache: 4 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 tablespoon cognac or brandy (optional) Frosting: 4 tablespoons ( 1/2 stick) butter, room temperature 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 (1-pound) box confectioners' sugar Dash salt 1/3 cup chocolate ganache 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Description

Preheat The Oven To 350 Degrees. Grease And Flour Two 9-inch Cake Pans. To Make The Frosting: With An Electric Mixer, Cream To Make The Cake: In A Bowl, Combine Flour, Sugar, Cocoa, Baking Soda And Salt And Stir To Blend. Set Aside. In Another Bowl, Beat

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