Moist Chocolate Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve cocoa in boiling water and mix hot coffee with soda. Cream shortening and sugar.
2. 2
   Add all but baking powder and flour. Add baking powder to flour and add to creamed mixture.
3. 3
   Beat until flour disappears.
4. 4
   Bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes.
5. 5
   May use 13 x 9-inch pan or 2 round pans.
6. 6
   Dust cooled cake with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite frosting.
7. 7
   Moist enough to enjoy without frosting.