Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake, a family favorite since 1981! This incredibly moist and rich chocolate cake is a chocoholic's dream, perfect for potlucks or any special occasion. Originally found in a treasured cookbook, this recipe has been perfected over the years with Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa for an intensely chocolatey flavor. Easy to make in a bowl or disposable pan, this recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Don't miss out on this classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 7026 kcal
Protein 121g
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Ingredients for Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and boiling water. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

238 g

Sugar

3030g

Fat

407g

Carbs

368g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake?

Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake?

Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake has approximately 7026 calories per serving, with about 121 g protein, 368 g carbohydrates and 417 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake?

The key ingredients for Crazy Dark Chocolate Cake are Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Salt, Dark Cocoa, Vegetable Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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