Chocolate Layer Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour and baking powder.
2. 2
   Cream butter; gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
4. 4
   Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
5. 5
   Add extract.
6. 6
   Pour into three greased and floured (Baker's Joy) 9-inch pans.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from oven and place on cake racks and let cool in pans.