Rough chop the chocolate baking bar into smaller pieces, place in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 2 minutes on 50% power. Stir and repeat until melted. Set aside to cool.
In a mixing bowl combine the all-purpose flour, unsweetened natural cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a separate mixing bowl beat the butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer for 2 minutes, until pale and fluffy. Add in the eggs and cooled chocolate, beat again, 30 seconds.
Add in half of the buttermilk, beat for about 20 seconds. Add in half of the dry ingredients, beat. Add the remaining buttermilk plus the hot water, beat just until the liquid is mixed in then add the remaining dry ingredients and beat on low speed until combined.
Evenly divide the batter between the 3 pans, with about 1 ½ cups of batter in each pan. If using bake even cake strips, secure them around the outside of the pans.
Place in the center of the oven and bake for 24-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Baking times will vary depending on your oven and size of pan you’re using.
Allow the cakes to cool for 20-30 minutes in the pans before removing them and allowing them to cool completely on a cooling rack.
Coconut Pecan Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks until frothy. Set aside.
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