One-Layer Cake With Chocolate Frosting

Ingredients (16)

• 2 1/2 cups cake flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces butter (unsalted, room temperature)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 3/4 cup sugar (granulated)
• 5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk (divided)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (or an additional 1/2 teaspoon vanilla)
• Chocolate Frosting:
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 4 ounces butter ((8 tablespoons, room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 to 5 tablespoons milk, half-and-half, or evaporated milk