Raspberry Chocolate Chip Layer Cake

clean. Allow to cool completely in the pans on a wire rack.
Make the frosting Cream the butter with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed for 34 minutes. This will create a nice creamy base for the frosting. Add 3 cups of confectioners sugar and 34 cup of cocoa powder. Mix on low. Add 3 Tablespoons of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. If your frosting is too thin add up to 1 more cup of confectioners sugar. If your frosting is too thick add up to 2 more Tablespoons of heavy cream. Taste and add salt if you prefer I usually add about 14 teaspoon. Add more cocoa powder if the frosting is not chocolatey enough. This frosting recipe is forgiving. Add moreless of each ingredient to obtain the consistency and taste you desire.
Assemble and frost First using a large serrated knife trim the tops off the cake layers to create a flat surface. Place 1 layer on your cake turntable cake stand or serving platter. Evenly cover the top with frosting. Top with 2nd layer more frosting then the third layer. Top with frosting and spread around the sides. Top with raspberries andor chocolate chips for garnish if desired.
Slice serve enjoy!