Hershey'S Special Dark Picnic Cake Recipe

Name: Hershey'S Special Dark Picnic Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 1 cup hershey's special dark chocolate chips; 1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product); 1 1/3 cups boiling water (subbing coffee will intensify flavor); 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 eggs; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Frosting; 1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product); 1 cup hershey's special dark chocolate chips; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

Cake
1 cup hershey's special dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product)
1 1/3 cups boiling water (subbing coffee will intensify flavor)
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting
1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product)
1 cup hershey's special dark chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F
2
Grease and flour 9 x 13 baking pan.
3
Combine chocolate chips, butter and water in large mixer bowl; stir with spoon until chocolate is melted and mixture is blended.
4
Gradually add flour, sugar, sour cream, eggs, baking soda, salt and vanilla; beat on low speed of electric mixer until smooth.
5
Pour batter into prepared pan.
6
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean.
7
Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
8
For Frosting:.
9
Place butter and chocolate chips in medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high 1 minute; stir.
10
If necessary, microwave on high for 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.
11
Gradually beat in powdered sugar, milk and vanilla, beating until smooth.
12
If necessary, refrigerate 5 to 10 minutes or until of desired spreading consistency.
13
For a stronger chocolate flavored cake, decrease flour to 2 cups and add 1/3 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa.

2190

kcal

Calories

141

Fat

215

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 1 cup hershey's special dark chocolate chips, 1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product), 1 1/3 cups boiling water (subbing coffee will intensify flavor), and more.

Yes, Hershey'S Special Dark Picnic 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hershey'S Special Dark Picnic Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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