Run a knife around the edges of the pan to gently release the cake. Dust the top with cocoa powder and serve with whipped cream if you wish. Your delicious chocolate cake is now ready to eat and ...
Spread frosting on each cake layer. Top with the final layer and spread frosting on top and sides. Serve decorated with chocolate and cherries. Sift sugar, cocoa powder, and salt into a large bowl.
The best variety, known as Caracas, is from Venezuela. Mix cocoa with hot milk or boiling water to make a drink, or add to cakes, puddings and icings to give them a chocolate flavour.