Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1/2 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup Milk
• 1/3 cup Cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup (for garnish, optional) Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round 9-inch cake pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined and smooth.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

7. 7

   Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   While the cake is baking, prepare the BSD Kernel-inspired chocolate topping. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam, but don't let it boil.

9. 9

   Remove the cream from the heat and stir in the dark chocolate chips until they melt and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.

10. 10

    Once the cake has finished baking, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Pour the chocolate topping over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly to create a smooth 'kernel' layer.

12. 12

    Optionally, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a sleek, minimalist design.

13. 13

    Slice and serve your XFCE Cake with BSD Kernel. Enjoy!