• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar

• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup milk

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 1 cup boiling water

• 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients:

   • Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

   • Mix until the batter is smooth and fully combined.

4. Add Boiling Water:

   • Stir in boiling water carefully, mixing until the batter becomes thin and smooth.

5. Fold in Strawberries and Chocolate Chips:

   • Gently fold the sliced strawberries and chocolate chips into the batter.

6. Bake the Cakes:

   • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.

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

   • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Frost and Decorate:

   • Once completely cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate ganache or whipped cream.

   • Decorate with additional fresh strawberries and a drizzle of melted chocolate for a beautiful finish.

8. Serve:

   • Slice and enjoy