Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
In a separate bowl, mix milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until frothy.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in cherry halves without overmixing.
Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Frost as desired.