Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.