This cake really is a cross between chocolate cake and brownies. It's lighter than fudge brownies, but every bit as fudgy. The cake's crumb is impossibly soft and tender, cuts into easy to serve ...

I eagerly asked Garten to share the best beginner-friendly recipe for me and my daughter to make together. She paused, thought for a moment, and replied, "My devil's food cake would be a great one.

Heat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 2 (8-inch) round cake pans. Stir the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer ...