Matilda Cake

Step-by-Step Preparation

Prepare the oven and pans

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
Grease two 20 cm (8-inch) cake pans with butter or oil.
Line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Make homemade buttermilk

In a glass combine:

• 250 ml milk

• 1 tbsp vinegar

Mix and let sit 10 minutes.

The milk will look slightly curdled — this is normal.
It helps make the cake softer and more tender.

Dry ingredients

In a large bowl combine:

• flour

• cocoa powder

• sugar

• baking powder

• baking soda

Sift or mix with a spoon for about 30 seconds.
Make sure there are no cocoa lumps.