Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Edible green grass or coconut flakes (for
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  • Mini monster truck toys
  • Food coloring (optional) for additional decorations

Instructions:

  1. Grease and flour the round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Whisk in eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Stir in boiling water until well combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder.
  9. Add heavy cream and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
  10. Level the tops of the cakes. Place one layer on a cake board and spread a layer of frosting on top.
  11. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  12. Use the frosting to create a textured finish and add edible grass or coconut flakes.
  13. Place mini monster truck toys on top and around the cake for decoration.