There's something timeless and comforting about a slice of rich, moist chocolate cake, and when it comes to chocolate, who knows better than Hershey's? The recipe for this Hershey's Chocolate Cake has been making its rounds in family recipe cards and community cookbooks for years. It's the kind of dessert you whip up for birthday celebrations, summer potlucks, or just because you need a sweet hug on a plate. It's uncomplicated, delicious, and just like a good Midwestern hello, it's warm and inviting. Making this cake is a way to create a core memory for your loved ones because, let's face it, everyone remembers the taste of home in a slice of chocolate cake.
When it comes to serving this delicious Hershey's Chocolate Cake, keep it simple. A scoop of vanilla ice cream is a classic partner, but a dollop of whipped cream and some fresh berries can also add a refreshing touch. If you want to get a little fancier, a drizzle of caramel or raspberry sauce can really fancy up the plate. And, of course, for the grown-ups, a cup of strong coffee or a glass of cold milk is the perfect accompaniment to this chocolate delight.
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Hershey's Chocolate Cake
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Hershey's Cocoa
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Hershey's Cocoa
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat on medium speed for about two minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water last (batter will be thin, don't worry, that's the secret to its moistness).
5. Pour evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool cake in the pans for about 10 minutes, then remove from pans onto wire racks. Allow to cool completely before frosting with your favorite frosting.
Variations & Tips:
- For a dairy-free version, use your favorite plant-based milk and a dairy-free prepared frosting.
- If you want to reduce the sugar, substitute half the amount with a granulated sugar substitute that measures the same.
- Toss a handful of chocolate chips into the batter for an extra gooey chocolate surprise.
- For an easy frosting, warm up some chocolate ganache and pour over the cake for a simple yet decadent finish.
- If making cupcakes, just adjust the baking time to about 22-25 minutes, and this recipe will yield about 30 cupcakes.
- For a special touch, add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor without adding a coffee taste.
- If you want to reduce the sugar, substitute half the amount with a granulated sugar substitute that measures the same.
- Toss a handful of chocolate chips into the batter for an extra gooey chocolate surprise.
- For an easy frosting, warm up some chocolate ganache and pour over the cake for a simple yet decadent finish.
- If making cupcakes, just adjust the baking time to about 22-25 minutes, and this recipe will yield about 30 cupcakes.
- For a special touch, add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor without adding a coffee taste.
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Remember, the key to a light, fluffy cake is not to overmix the batter once you’ve added the flour. Mix just enough to combine the ingredients and no more. Now go ahead, make some sweet memories with this beloved Hershey's Chocolate Cake. Enjoy, darlings!