1 angel food cake
1/2 c. butter, softened
1 1/3 c. confectioners sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
3 tsp. hot water
2 oz. unsweetened chocolate, melted

Cut angel food cake into 2 or 3 layers. For filling, combine remaining ingredients and beat to spreading consistency. Spread filling between layers of cake.

FROSTING:

6 tbsp. confectioners sugar
4 tbsp. cocoa
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/3 c. heavy cream, whipped
1/4 c. nuts, chopped (slivered almonds are best)

Add sugar, cocoa and vanilla to whipped cream. Frost cake and sprinkle with nuts.