Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. 2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined. 4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Chocolate Frosting: 1. In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy and smooth. 2. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing until well combined.
3. Add Vanilla and Milk: Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the milk or heavy cream, a tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
4. Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost the top of one cake layer with a thick layer of chocolate frosting.Slice and serve the Chocolate Cake. Enjoy!