METHOD :
Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.Add Wet Ingredients:
Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add hot water and mix until the batter is thin but well combined.Bake:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Cool:
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.Make the Frosting:
In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.Frost & Decorate:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting on top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides. Decorate with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired.Serve & Enjoy:
Slice and enjoy this rich, moist chocolate cake!
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