Cocoa Layer Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Have all ingredients at room temperature before starting.
2. 2
   Grease and flour two 9-inch layer cake pans.
3. 3
   Sift flour then measure.
4. 4
   Into a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa.
5. 5
   Add shortening, eggs, vanilla, milk, and water; beat on low speed for 3 minutes.
6. 6
   Pour batter into prepared pans.
7. 7
   Bake in preheated 350 oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick or cake tester inserted in center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Let cool in pans on a rack for 15 minutes; remove and place layers directly on racks to cool completely.