Best 4 Perfectly Chocolate Chocolate Cake Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your deepest chocolate cravings. This comprehensive guide presents the ultimate Perfectly Chocolate Chocolate Cake recipe, a masterpiece of rich, moist, and intensely chocolatey goodness. But that's not all – you'll also discover a treasure trove of complementary recipes that will elevate your chocolate experience to new heights. From the velvety smoothness of Chocolate Ganache to the delightful crunch of Chocolate Chip Cookies, each recipe is meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this article will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create a chocolate extravaganza that will leave a lasting impression. So, don't resist the temptation any longer; let's dive into the world of chocolate perfection and explore the delectable treats that await you.

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HERSHEY'S "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE CAKE

Hershey's

A very rich chocolate cake perfect for chocolate lovers! Frost with Hershey's recipe for "Perfectly Chocolate" Chocolate Frosting (recipe included here). I've also included directions for cake variations including 1 pan cake, 3 layer cake, bundt cake and cupcakes.

Provided by Hoddevik

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa, Hershey's
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup water, boiling
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick)
2/3 cup cocoa, Hershey's
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 degrees, Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour batter into prepared pans.
Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. Frost with "Perfectly Chocolate" chocolate frosting.
"Perfectly Chocolate" Chocolate Frosting.
Melt butter. Stir in cocoa. Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating to spreading consistency. Add small amount of additional milk, if needed. Stir in vanilla. Makes about 2 cups frosting.
Cake Variations:.
One-Pan cake: Grease and flour 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes. Cool completely. Frost.
Three Layer Cake: Grease and flour three 8-inch round baking pans. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake 30-35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. Frost.
Bundt Cake: Grease and flour 12-cup bundt pan. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely. Frost.
Cupcakes: Line muffin cups (2-1/2 inches in diameter) with paper bake cups. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Fill cups 2/3 full with batter. Bake 22 to 25 minutes. Cool completely. Frost. Makes about 30 cupcakes.

HERSHEY'S " PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE CAKE - GLUT

Hershey's

Posted on behalf of Yahoo Group SillyYaks. Re:The best cake I have ever had!!! This is straight off the box of Natural Hershey's cocoa:

Provided by DoveChocolatierinKY

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
3/4 cup hershey's cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
2 cups rice flour
2/3 cup potato starch
1/3 cup tapioca flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2/3 cup hershey's cocoa
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°.
Grease and flour two 9 inches round baking pans.
Combine dry ingredients in large bowl.
Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla.
Beat on medium speed 2 minutes.
Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
Pour into pans.
Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool 10 minutes.
Remove from pans to wire racks.
Cool completely.
Frost with "Perfectly Chocolate" Chocolate Frosting.
To make Frosting melt butter & stir in cocoa.
Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating on med speed to spreading consistency.
Add more milk if needed & stir in vanilla makes about 2 Cups.
I followed this recipe exactly and did not add xanthan gum and it was not only easy to do but again the results are fantastic. I think I have found the cake I will use for birthdays, special occasions, etc. No one and I mean no one will be able to tell it is gf! :).

"PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE CAKE

Chocolate cake that melts in your mouth for the best chocolate delight every time.

Provided by HERSHEY'S Kitchens

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup HERSHEY®'S Cocoa Powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
½ cup butter or margarine
⅔ cup HERSHEY®'S Cocoa Powder
3 cups powdered sugar
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour batter into prepared pans.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. Frost with "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE FROSTING.
"PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE FROSTING: Melt butter. Stir in cocoa. Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating to spreading consistency.
Add small amount additional milk, if needed. Stir in vanilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.6 calories, Carbohydrate 84.4 g, Cholesterol 53.5 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 490.7 mg, Sugar 64.2 g

HERSHEY'S "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE CAKE

HERSHEY'S

Categories Chocolate

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

Ingredients:
2 cups sugar
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
"PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE FROSTING(recipe follows)

Steps:

Directions: 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans. 2. Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla; beat on medium speed of mixer 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour batter into prepared pans. 3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. Frost with "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE FROSTING. 10 to 12 servings. VARIATIONS: ONE-PAN CAKE: Grease and flour 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Heat oven to 350° F. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes. Cool completely. Frost. THREE LAYER CAKE: Grease and flour three 8-inch round baking pans. Heat oven to 350°F. Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. Frost. BUNDT CAKE: Grease and flour 12-cup Bundt pan. Heat oven to 350°F. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 50 to 55 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely. Frost. CUPCAKES: Line muffin cups (2-1/2 inches in diameter) with paper bake cups. Heat oven to 350°F. Fill cups 2/3 full with batter. Bake 22 to 25 minutes. Cool completely. Frost. About 30 cupcakes. "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE FROSTING 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 2/3 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/3 cup milk 2 teaspoon vanilla extract Melt butter. Stir in cocoa. Alternately add powdered sugar and milk, beating to spreading consistency. Add small amount additional milk, if needed. Stir in vanilla. About 2 cups frosting.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cake will taste. Use real butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and pure vanilla extract.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
Use buttermilk or sour cream to add moisture and richness to the cake: If you don't have buttermilk or sour cream, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This perfectly chocolate chocolate cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist, tender crumb, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow the tips above to ensure that your cake turns out perfectly every time.