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Hershey’s Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling is a decadent delight that combines rich chocolate layers with a creamy, tangy filling. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for any occasion, offering a moist and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Whether celebrating a birthday or simply indulging, this cake promises to impress and satisfy every sweet craving.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add to dry ingredients while stirring gently.
  4. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While cakes cool, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Once cooled, layer the cake with half of the cream cheese filling between the layers and spread the remaining filling on top.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: <0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate cocoa powder or adding espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.