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Irresistible Hershey Chocolate Cake

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A decadent Hershey Chocolate Cake that’s rich, moist, and perfect for any celebration or cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups + 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 (room temperature)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water or hot coffee
  • 1/2 cup melted butter (for frosting)
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/3 cup milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two 8-inch round baking pans with parchment paper and spray them lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.
  3. Add in the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water or hot coffee. Don’t worry, the batter will be thin; this is normal!
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cake cools, combine the melted butter and cocoa powder for the frosting in a medium bowl. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Place one layer of cake on a serving tray, spread frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and let the cake cool completely before frosting.

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