""Rounds of chocolate cake are split into 2 rounds and layered with rich, chocolate frosting and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips."..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 (10 ounce) package Ghirardelli® Dark Chocolate 60% Cacao Baking Chips, divided
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1 teaspoon shortening
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt, divided
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1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, divided, at room temperature
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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4 eggs
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups buttermilk
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8 cups powdered sugar, divided
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1/3 cup milk
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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3/4 cup Ghirardelli® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Mini Baking Chips