Decadent Chocolate Cake

1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

2In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter (1 cup) and sugar (2 cups) until light and fluffy.

3Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

4Sift together the flour (2 cups), cocoa powder (1 cup), salt (1 tsp), baking soda (1 tsp), and baking powder (1 tsp) in a separate bowl.

5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.

6Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

9Dust with powdered sugar (2 cups) or top with your favorite frosting before serving.