Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).line a muffin pan with paper or foil liners sift together the flour,baking powder,baking soda,cocoa and salt. Set aside

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar untill light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time,beating well with each addition,then stir in vanilla Add the flour mixture with the milk,beat well. Fifth muffin cups 3/4 full

Bake for 15 to 17 minutes in the preheated oven, or untill a thoothpick inserted into the cakes comes out clean. Frost with your favorite frosting when cool