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Hershey Bar Cake

Irresistible Hershey Bar Cake that Will Wow Your Guests

This Hershey Bar Cake is a celebration of flavors that brings people together with rich chocolate layers and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box German Chocolate Cake Mix Substitute with chocolate fudge cake mix for a denser cake.
  • 1 pkg Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Different flavor can be used for a fun twist.
  • 3 large Eggs Use 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Light olive oil works as a suitable substitute.
  • 1 cup Water Replacing half with milk adds richness.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese is a lighter option.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar A sugar substitute can make it lower-calorie.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Homemade whipped cream can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Omit for a nut-free cake.
  • 4 oz Hershey's Chocolate Bars Swap with dark chocolate for a deeper flavor.
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream works for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Other chocolate varieties can be chosen based on sweetness preference.

Equipment

  • standing mixer
  • 9-inch springform pans
  • spatula
  • Wire rack
  • Saucepan
  • piping bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch springform pans with parchment paper and non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a standing mixer, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, and water. Mix on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar. Fold in the Cool Whip, pecans, and chocolate bars.
  6. Slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers. Stack the layers with frosting in between.
  7. Warm the cream in a saucepan, then whisk in the chocolate chips until smooth. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling over the frosted cake.
  8. Pipe decorative swirls of chocolate frosting around the edges of the cake for elegance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cakes to cool fully before frosting to achieve a beautiful presentation. Experiment with flavors for a personalized touch.

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