Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 stick oleo
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 c. buttermilk
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 4 Tbsp. cocoa
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Sift sugar and flour into large bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • Put oleo, shortening, cocoa and water in pan and bring to boil.
  • Pour over flour mixture.
  • Stir well.
  • Add soda to buttermilk; add to mixture, then add eggs, cinnamon and vanilla.
  • Beat well.
  • Pour into 9 x 13-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350°
  • for 25 minutes.
  • About 5 minutes before cake is done prepare icing.