INGREDIENTS
To Grease the Pan
1 tbsp
unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tbsp
flour
For the Chocolate Syrup
1/2 cup
granulated sugar
1/2 cup
natural cocoa powder (not Dutch-process)
1/2 cup
freshly brewed strong hot coffee
1/4 cup
honey
1/2 tsp
vanilla extract
For the Cake Batter
2 cups
granulated sugar
1 cup
unsalted butter, at room temperature (2 sticks)
2 tsp
vanilla extract
4
large eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp
baking powder
1 tsp
baking soda
1/2 tsp
kosher salt
2
all-purpose flour
1 cup
buttermilk
1 cup
semisweet chocolate chips
For the Vanilla Bean Glaze
1
vanilla bean or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup
whole milk
2
to 2½ cups powdered sugar