How do you make a 2 layer cake?

Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

- 2 cups boiling water

- 1/2 cup vegetable oil

- 2 eggs

- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

- 1 cup chocolate frosting

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the cake pans:

- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

3. Combine dry ingredients:

- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4. Add wet ingredients:

- In a separate bowl, combine the boiling water and vegetable oil and let it cool slightly (for about 5 minutes) until it is warm to the touch but not hot.

- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and mix well.

- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Divide the batter:

- Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

6. Bake the cakes:

- Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool the cakes:

- Let the cakes cool completely in the pans before frosting.

8. Frost the cake:

- Once the cakes have cooled, place one layer of cake on a serving plate.

- Spread some chocolate frosting evenly on top of the first layer.

- Place the second layer of cake on top of the frosting.

- Spread more chocolate frosting on top and sides of the cake, smoothing it out to create a uniform finish.

9. Decorate (optional):

- You can decorate the cake with additional chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or other toppings of your choice.

10. Chill and serve:

- Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour to let the frosting set.

- Slice and serve the cake chilled or at room temperature.

Enjoy your delicious two-layer chocolate cake!