National Devil's Food Cake Day

Devil's food cake is a type of chocolate cake that is typically rich and dense in texture, with a deep chocolate flavor. It is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. The cake is made with unsweetened cocoa powder, which gives it a darker color and a more intense chocolate flavor than traditional chocolate cakes. It also typically contains additional ingredients such as buttermilk or sour cream, which help to give the cake a moist and tender crumb. Devil's food cake is often frosted with a chocolate frosting, such as a ganache or buttercream frosting. It can also be decorated with additional chocolate, such as chocolate curls or sprinkles, for an extra touch of decadence. The name "devil's food cake" is believed to have originated as a contrast to "angel food cake," which is a light and airy white cake made with egg whites. Devil's food cake is often seen as the darker, richer counterpart to this classic cake.