Hershey Chocolate Cake Recipe
This classic chocolate cake is rich, moist, and topped with a smooth, fluffy chocolate frosting. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to make and absolutely delicious!
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Calories: 438kcal
Servings: 16
Equipment
- Two 8-inch round baking pans
- Parchment Paper
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick or Cake Tester
- Cooling Rack
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ¾ cup + 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup oil vegetable or canola oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water or hot coffee
- Chocolate Frosting:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350°F. Line two 8-inch round baking pans with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Incorporate Liquid: Stir in boiling water or hot coffee. The batter will be thin. Pour it into the prepared pans.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Frosting: Combine melted butter and cocoa powder. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Mix for several minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving tray. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting.
- Serve: Cut and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg