Catch A Husband Cake

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
8. To prepare the frosting, beat the butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed.
9. Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until fluffy and smooth.
10. Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and apply a crumb coat of frosting.
11. Chill the cake for 20 minutes, then apply a final layer of frosting, smoothing it with an offset spatula for a clean finish.
12. Decorate with your choice of toppings such as chocolate shavings, berries, or edible flowers for a charming celebration cake.