Black Chocolate Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 350 degrees (oven rack to second-lowest position).
2. 2
   Generoulsy grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3. 3
   In a bowl mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa and salt; set aside.
4. 4
   Place the hot boiled water into a heat-proof mixing bowl along with the hot brewed coffee; add in the shortening and mix until melted.
5. 5
   Mix in vanilla.
6. 6
   Stir un the flour mixture until blended, then beat in eggs (batter will be thin).
7. 7
   Pour the batter into prepared baking dish.
8. 8
   Bake for 30-35 minutes or until cake test done.
9. 9
   Allow to cool completely before frosting.