Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
- 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until smooth. Pour into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Carefully stir in boiling water until well combined, then add flour mixture. Divide into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Level the cake layers, if necessary. Place the vanilla layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Add the chocolate layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired (optional) and serve.