Hershey's Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Hershey's Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter or margarine, 150 grams; 3 large eggs; 123 cup sugar 185 grams; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups flour, all-purpose 240 grams; ⅔ cup cocoa powder 80 grams; 1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 113 cups water 312 grams; 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet, (12 oz), 340 grams; 2 cups sugar powdered, 200 grams; ⅔ cup milk evaporated, 167.5 grams

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter or margarine, 150 grams
3 large eggs
123 cup sugar 185 grams
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups flour, all-purpose 240 grams
⅔ cup cocoa powder 80 grams
1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
113 cups water 312 grams
2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet, (12 oz), 340 grams
2 cups sugar powdered, 200 grams
⅔ cup milk evaporated, 167.5 grams

1
FOR CAKE: Heat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Grease and flour two 9 inch round baking pans or one 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
3
In large mixer bowl, combine butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
4
Beat on high speed 3 minutes.
5
Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt in another large bowl.
6
Add alternately with water to butter mixture.
7
Blend just until combined.
8
Pour into prepared pans.
9
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or untill wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
10
Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans.
11
Cool completely; frost.
12
FROSTING:
13
In small microwave-safe bowl, place chocolate chips.
14
Microwave on high 1 1/2 minutes; stir.
15
Microwave on high additional 30 seconds or til melted and smooth when stirred.
16
(Chips may also be melted in pan over warm water).
17
Gradually add powdered sugar and evaporated milk, beating til smooth.
18
About 1 1/2 cups frosting.

25344

kcal

Calories

Fat

6358

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter or margarine, 150 grams, 3 large eggs, 123 cup sugar 185 grams, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Hershey's Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Hershey's Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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