Little Mermaid Cake – Rosanna Pansino

Ingredients

• 2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups sour cream
• 1/4 cup _ 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 16oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt