Follow these simple steps to create your Easy Italian Love Cake:

1. Preheat your oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract until homogeneous.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
5. Add Chocolate Chips: Optionally, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips for an extra rich touch.
6. Divide Batter: Evenly pour the batter into the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for 15 minutes. After that, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Assemble the Cake: When the cakes have cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Top it with frosting or whipped cream if desired, then gently place the second layer on top.
10. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Finish off with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

Following these steps, you’ll create an incredible cake that is sure to impress anyone lucky enough to have a slice!