1cupwhite granulated sugarI use organic cane sugar
1cupcocoa powder
1 1/8teaspoonsbaking soda
1/4teaspoonsea salt
1/2cupbuttermilk
6tablespoonsoil
1egg
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1/2cup ofhot espresso or strong coffee
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Prepare your 8×8 pan: Grease the bottom and sides of the pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. Cover the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and sea salt with a whisk. In a separate bowl, stir together the buttermilk, oil, eggs and vanilla extract. Pour the liquids into the flour mixture, and add the hot espresso or coffee. Stir to combine. Do not over mix.
Pour the batter into an the pan. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean. Cool on a wire rack. Add frosting, if desired.