Ingredients
Serves: 2 9-inch layers
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
21/2 cups all-purpose flour*
3/4 cup good cocoa powder** (sift to remove any lumps)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 tablespoons (11/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
11/2 cups buttermilk
Preparation