Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• 9-inch round cake pans (2)
• Parchment paper
• Cooling racks
• Offset spatula
• Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl (for ganache)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.