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Hershey’s Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

Hershey’s Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling is a decadent dessert that captures the essence of childhood sweetness. This rich chocolate cake, layered with a creamy, tangy filling, is perfect for birthdays or any special occasion. Each bite delivers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, ensuring it will be the centerpiece of your celebrations. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this cake is destined to create lasting memories for you and your loved ones.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and dust with cocoa powder.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
  5. Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean when done.
  6. While cooling, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
  7. Once cakes are cool, layer them with cream cheese filling in between and 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: 360
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: For added richness, consider using espresso powder in the batter or mixing in chocolate chips. You can also top with fresh berries for a fruity twist or use alternative sweeteners as desired.