Ingredients

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. flour
  • 1/3 c. cocoa
  • 1/4 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/3 c. water
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 4 egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 2 c. heavy cream
  • 3/4 c. confectioners sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 3 c. sliced peaches, drained

Method

  • Grease and flour 2 (9-inch) square pans.
  • Beat egg yolks. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, 1/4 cup sugar and baking soda.
  • Add alternately with water and 1 teaspoon vanilla on low speed.
  • Beat egg whites in small mixing bowl until foamy.
  • Add 2 tablespoons sugar and beat until stiff.
  • Carefully fold beaten eggs to chocolate mixture.
  • Spread batter into pan. Bake at 375° for 14 to 16 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes.
  • Beat cream, confectioners sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until stiff.
  • Frost one cake with 1 cup of whipped cream.
  • Fill center with peaches. Place second cake on top and repeat.
  • Chill 1 hour.