Hershey Chocolate Cake

Instructions
Prepare the Cake Batter:
1 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2 In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3 Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.
4 Carefully stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin).
5 Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
Bake the Cakes:
6 Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7 Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Chocolate Frosting:
8 In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
9 Gradually add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating to a spreading consistency.
10 Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assemble the Cake:
11 Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
12 Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
Serve:
13 Slice and serve the Hershey Chocolate Cake to your guests, and enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness!
Nutritional Information
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Servings: 12 | Calories: 350 kcal per serving
Tips for Success
• Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
• Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• For added decoration, sprinkle chocolate shavings or add fresh berries on top.