Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare two small round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
- Mix the dry ingredients: sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla, beating in one at a time until smooth.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients alternating with milk, gently folding to avoid deflating the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Frost with buttercream or cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.
Notes
Add fresh fruits or edible flowers for decoration. For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil in place of butter and almond milk instead of whole milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian