This foolproof cake is one of our most popular recipes.
Dutch-process cocoa is preferred here for its deep chocolate flavor.
Dust the pan with flour, invert and shake out the excess.

Whisk in hot coffee until completely incorporated.
(The batter will be quite thin.)
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
Set the cake on a serving plate and drizzle the icing over the top.
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