Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
• Stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin.
• Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let cool completely before frosting.