Most Chocolatey Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience! This intensely moist and rich chocolate cake is a decadent dream come true. Adapted from a Hershey's cookbook, this recipe delivers an unparalleled chocolate flavor that will leave you craving more. For best results, use Hershey's cocoa powder and icing. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 636.6 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Most Chocolatey Chocolate Cake

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How to Make Most Chocolatey Chocolate Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 175 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) and grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups (400g) all-purpose flour, 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar, ¾ cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 cup (240ml) boiling water until just combined. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
  7. For the icing: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter over low heat.
  8. Whisk in 1 cup (120g) unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
  9. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in 3 cups (600g) powdered sugar and ½ cup (120ml) milk until smooth and creamy.
  10. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer with a generous amount of icing. Top with the second cake layer and frost the entire cake, including the sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

301g

Fat

41g

Carbs

33g