Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
For the Frosting:
- 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup butter
- 4 large egg yolks (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (or walnuts if you prefer)