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Hersheys Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Filling Recipe

Hersheys Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Filling Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 65 minutes (or approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes)
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Rich Hershey’s chocolate cake surprises palates with its luscious cream cheese center, promising pure indulgence. Chocolate and tangy cream cheese create a delightful dance of flavors you’ll savor with each delectable bite.


Ingredients

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cake ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup hershey’s unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water

cream cheese filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

frosting ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup hershey’s cocoa powder
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until thoroughly combined.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated, then gradually add hot water while stirring to create a smooth, thin batter.
  5. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Remove cakes from oven and let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For cream cheese filling, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth and spreadable.
  8. Whip softened butter in another bowl until creamy, then gradually incorporate cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to create a rich chocolate frosting.
  9. Once cakes are completely cooled, slice each layer horizontally to create four thin layers.
  10. Spread cream cheese filling between cake layers, alternating with layers of cake.
  11. Frost the entire cake with chocolate frosting, ensuring an even and smooth coating.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow filling and frosting to set.

Notes

  • Swap vegetable oil with coconut oil for a subtle tropical twist and added health benefits.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to promote even mixing and a smoother batter texture.
  • Reduce sugar content by using alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie version.
  • For a gluten-free adaptation, replace all-purpose flour with a blend of almond and coconut flour, maintaining the same measurement proportions.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 40 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg