I tried baking this Hershey's Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling and it was a delightful experience! 🍫🎂✨ The flavors came together beautifully, creating a rich and satisfying dessert.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🍰
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 🍚
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 🥄
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda 🥄
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1 cup whole milk 🥛
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil 🌻
- 2 tsp vanilla extract 🌿
- 1 cup hot coffee ☕
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar 🍚
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 🌿
- 2 cups heavy cream, whipped 🥛
Preparation Steps:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 🍫🥄
2. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the flour mixture. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in hot coffee (batter will be thin). Pour evenly into pans. 🥚🥛
3. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely. 🕒🍰
4. For the cream cheese filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream. 🧀🍚🌿
5. Spread the cream cheese filling between the cake layers. Frost the top and sides of the cake. Decorate as desired. 🎂🍰
6. Chill the cake before serving to allow flavors to meld. Slice and enjoy this indulgent treat! 🍰🎉
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: 12 slices
Calorie Count per serving: Approximately 400 calories
Notes: To ensure a moist cake, do not overbake. The hot coffee enhances the chocolate flavor. Customize with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for added flair. Refrigerate leftovers for freshness. 🍴🍫 Any tips on how to decorate cakes beautifully?