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Ingredients
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Cake Base
Frosting
Decorative Toppings
Method
Cake Base Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Beat the Butter
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy using an electric mixer.
- 8
Add Sugar and Cocoa
Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- 9
Add Milk and Vanilla
Add milk and vanilla extract, then beat on medium speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assembly
- 10
Layer the Cakes
Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- 11
Add Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 12
Decorate
Sprinkle chocolate shavings and fresh berries on top of the cake for decoration.