1 1/2 Sticks Unsalted Butter — Softened
1 2/3 Cups Sugar
3 Large Eggs
1 Teaspoon Vanilla
2 Cups Flour
2/3 Cup Cocoa
1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 1/3 Cups Water
1/4 Teaspoon Baking Powder
Directions
In large bowl, beat together butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Blend in flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt and baking powder. Pour batter into two greased 9 inch round pans and bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Top with favorite frosting.
Serves 4