Really Chocolate Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Fudge Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this intensely chocolatey masterpiece from Hershey's kitchen! This family-favorite cake features a secret ingredient – boiling water – that creates an unbelievably moist and rich texture. The phenomenal chocolate fudge frosting is to die for, perfect not only for this cake but all your chocolate desserts. Prepare to be amazed by this ultimate chocolate experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 902 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Really Chocolate Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Fudge Frosting

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How to Make Really Chocolate Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Fudge Frosting

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 2 large eggs, 1 cup milk, ½ cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Beat on medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup boiling water.
  5. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out almost clean and the top springs back when gently touched.
  7. Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
  8. Invert cakes onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, frost with the decadent chocolate fudge frosting.
  10. **Chocolate Fudge Frosting:** In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  11. Add ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder and beat until smooth.
  12. Gradually beat in 3 cups powdered sugar, ¼ cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until smooth and creamy.
  13. Add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired spreading consistency (approximately 3 cups total).
  14. Frost the cooled cake layers generously.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

437g

Fat

42g

Carbs

48g