Recipe For Hershey’s Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese

If you’re a chocolate lover, this Hershey’s Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is about to become your favorite dessert. This cake is deeply chocolatey, incredibly moist, and perfectly balanced with a smooth and tangy cream cheese frosting that takes it to another level of indulgence.

The first time I made this cake, my family couldn’t believe how rich, soft, and flavorful it was. Every bite melts in your mouth, delivering that classic Hershey’s chocolate taste with a luxurious, creamy contrast from the frosting. It’s a true showstopper for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.

What makes this cake special is its simple yet perfect blend of ingredients—a tried-and-true recipe straight from Hershey’s, but with a delicious twist of tangy cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this cake is easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

So, let’s bake up some chocolatey magic!

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

2 cups granulated sugar
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup Hershey’s cocoa powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp heavy cream (adjust for consistency)

Optional Garnishes:

Chocolate shavings or curls
Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Drizzle of chocolate ganache

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Cake

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Incorporate Boiling Water: Gradually add boiling water, stirring until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

Beat Cream Cheese & Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
Add Powdered Sugar & Vanilla: Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
Adjust Consistency: Add heavy cream (one tablespoon at a time) to reach your desired frosting texture.

Step 3: Assemble & Frost the Cake

Layer the Cakes: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top.
Stack & Frost: Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
Decorate: Garnish with chocolate shavings, nuts, or a drizzle of ganache, if desired.