1 3/4 c. flour
2 c. sugar
3/4 c. cocoa
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1 c. strong brewed coffee
1 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix all ingredients on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into well greased and floured 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Cool completely.

ICING:

1 c. butter
1 c. shortening (solid)
2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (9 1/2 c.) bag powdered sugar
1/3-1/2 c. milk

Thoroughly mix butter, shortening, vanilla, salt. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk as needed for consistency. Whip 2-3 minutes. (Decorator icing).