Ingredients:
Buttermilk
1 cup 2% milk, at room temperature
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Chocolate Cake
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup brewed coffee, hot
Raspberry American Buttercream
1 pound unsalted butter, softened
1 cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of kosher salt
2 pounds powdered sugar, sifted
1 cup raspberry preserves or jam
Chocolate Ganache
12 oz dark, semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon cognac (optional)
To Garnish
Sprinkles or chocolate shavings (optional)
Directions:
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