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Hershey Chocolate Cake

This rich and moist Hershey Chocolate Cake is a chocolate lover's dream, easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water or hot coffee for flavor boost
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 8-inch round baking pans with parchment paper and lightly spray them with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water or hot coffee.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the center.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, combine butter and cocoa powder in a bowl. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, and mix until smooth and fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Place one layer on a serving tray, spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then add the second layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  2. Cut, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

For an even moister cake, consider substituting hot coffee for boiling water. This cake stores well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight before serving. Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and sift the flour and cocoa powder to prevent clumps.