Preheat oven to 350°F Celsius for 10 minutes.

In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and the salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Mix for 2 minutes on medium speed mixer. Stir in the boiling water last.

Bake for 30 - 35 minutes in the preheated oven. Test the cake with a toothpick. If done, cool in a pan for 10 minutes then remove to the wire rack to cool completely.