Lemon Cake Chocolate Frosting

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.

6. Stir in the fresh lemon juice until fully incorporated into the batter.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

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

10. While the cake is cooling, prepare the chocolate frosting. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

11. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the melted chocolate mixture. Beat until smooth and creamy.

12. Once the cake has cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake using a spatula.

13. For an extra touch, garnish with lemon zest or chocolate shavings before serving.