Best 6 Hershey Bar Cake Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable dessert that combines the irresistible taste of chocolate and the comforting warmth of a classic cake? Look no further than the Hershey bar cake, a timeless treat that has captivated taste buds for generations. With its rich, fudgy texture, decadent chocolate flavor, and simple preparation, this cake is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the world of Hershey bar cakes, providing you with the best recipes, tips, and variations to ensure that your next baking endeavor is an unforgettable success.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HERSHEY'S BAR CAKE



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This cake is rich, moist, creamy...Its a choclate lover's dream. Great to impress people at a potluck or for a special birthday cake. Its got WOW potential.

Provided by Laura Leigh

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) box chocolate cake mix (I use Swiss or regular.)
3 eggs
1 cup oil
1 cup milk
1 instant vanilla pudding
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
4 hershey chocolate bars with almonds, grated
1/2 cup pecans

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients and bake at 350 in 4 round cake pans.
  • (I just used 2 cake pans twice. Who has four cake pans?) Bake according to cake mix directions.
  • Mix frosting ingredients together and add 4 grated Hershey bars with almonds and ½ cup pecans.
  • Ice between layers, top and sides.

HERSHEY CANDY BAR CAKE RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by cecelia26_

Number Of Ingredients 13

CAKE:
1 box Duncan Hines Swiss Chocolate Cake Mix
1 small box instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cup buttermilk or 1 1/2 cups of milk
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
ICING
6 Hershey candy bars
12 ounce cool whip
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup sugar
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • CAKE: Mix all cake ingredients together and bake at 350°F in 3x9-inch pans greased & floured for 30 to 35 minutes. Grate 5 Hershey candy bars in small bowl. Grate or shave the other bar and set aside for garnishing. You can cut back on the bars if desired by not using as many in the frosting. Beat powdered sugar, sugar and cream cheese. Fold in grated candy bars and chopped nuts. Then fold in cool whip. Let cake layers cool before assembling. Put 1 layer frosting on the plate you are going to serve it on. You can be generous with the frosting between each layer. Then lay another layer on top of the first layer. Put the last layer on top. Proceed on to frost the top and sides. Sprinkle the candy bar on top. Refrigerate.

HERSHEY BAR CAKE



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this is a good one

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box cake mix, german chocolate
1 - 3 oz instant vanilla pudding
3 large eggs
1/3 - 1/2 c oil depending on cake mix brand
1 1/4 c water depending on cake mix brand
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 scant cup sugar
12 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 scant cup confectioners sugar
1 c chopped pecans or nuts of choice
1 giant hershey bar not the regular

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cake mix, vanilla pudding, eggs, oil and water according to cake mix package instructions. Beat until smooth and pour into 2-8 inch pans greased and floured with cooking spray. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes. Remove and cool layers.
  • 2. With a stand mixer important unless you have a really strong arm beat cream cheese and sugar for 20 minutes. Add in the confectioners sugar and beat just until smooth. Fold in whipped topping, chopped pecans and grated hershey bar.
  • 3. Frost cooled cake and enjoy. So good. Even better the next day. Scant means just slightly short of a cup.

EASY HERSHEY'S BAR SWIRL CAKE AND GLAZE



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This is the easier-to-prepare version of the classic Hershey Bar Swirl Cake. The recipe comes from Hershey's Holiday Recipes.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix (with pudding in the mix)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/4 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup chopped nuts
1 (7 ounce) hershey's milk chocolate candy bars, broken into pieces
1/2 cup Hershey's syrup
1 (7 ounce) hershey's milk chocolate candy bars
2 tablespoons shortening (NOT butter, margarine, oil or spread)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350°F.
  • Generously grease and flour pan 12 cup flute pan (I have found that when making a chocolate cake that COCOA works better than flour for dusting the pan).
  • Prepare cake mix batter as directed on package with oil, water, and eggs.
  • Remove 2 cups batter, stir in corn syrup and pecans.
  • Place chocolate bar pieces and chocolate syrup in a small microwave safe bowl.
  • Microwave on high 1 minute or until smooth when stirred.
  • Blend into remaining plain batter; pour into prepared pan.
  • Spoon Vanilla Nut batter evenly over top.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until wooden pick comes out clean.
  • Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack.
  • Cool completely.
  • Glaze with Milk Chocolate Glaze, allowing to drip down sides.
  • GLAZE: Place chocolate bar pieces and shortening into micro-safe bowl on high (about 45 seconds) until melted when stirred.
  • Cool slightly, glaze cake.

HERSHEY'S BAR CAKE



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Make and share this Hershey's Bar Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) milk chocolate candy bars, broken into pieces
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 2/3 cups boiling water
2 1/3 cups unsifted all-purpose flour
2 cups light brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine chocolate bar pieces, butter or margarine and boiling water in medium mixing bowl.
  • Stir until chocolate is melted.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt in large mixer bowl.
  • Ggradually add chocolate mixture, beating until thoroughly blended.
  • Blend in eggs, sour cream and vanilla and beat 1 minute on medium speed.
  • Pour into greased and floured 13 x 9-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean.
  • Cool completely; frost as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.6, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 717.1, Carbohydrate 99.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 67.8, Protein 8

HERSHEY BAR CAKE



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One of my friends served this cake at a holiday meal and I thought it was divine! I just had to have the recipe. It is one of my family favorites! We love anything with cream cheese and chocolate!

Provided by Judy Martin

Categories     Chocolate

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box swiss chocolate cake mix, prepared as package directs. bake in 3 nine inch layers. set aside to cool.
FROSTING
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 c confectioner's sugar
1/2 c granulated sugar
10 1.5 ounce hershey bars, with or without almonds
12 oz cool whip

Steps:

  • 1. For frosting, beat cream cheese, confectioner's sugar,and granulated sugar with electric mixer until creamy.
  • 2. Chop 8 candy bars into small pieces. I use grater and grate, allowing broken pieces to mix with grated candy.
  • 3. Fold candy into cream cheese mixture. Mix well.
  • 4. Add Cool Whip that has been allowed to thaw in refrigerator. Blend well.
  • 5. Spread icing on tops of each layer, then on sides of stacked layers. Chop remaining 2 candy bars and sprinkle on top of cake.
  • 6. Refrigerate cake.

Tips:

- Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and a smooth batter. - Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a rich and moist cake. - Mix the dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution. - Add the eggs one at a time to prevent the batter from curdling. - Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract until just combined. - Pour the batter into a prepared pan and bake at the specified temperature and time. - Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. - For a smooth and creamy frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy. - Add the powdered sugar gradually and mix until well combined. - Stir in the vanilla extract and Hershey's syrup until just blended. - Frost the cooled cake and decorate with additional Hershey's bars or chocolate chips.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey delight with this irresistible Hershey's Bar Cake. Its moist and fluffy crumb, rich chocolate flavor, and creamy frosting make it a decadent treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or simply as a sweet indulgence, this cake is sure to become a family favorite. Elevate your baking skills and create this masterpiece that combines the classic taste of Hershey's chocolate with the joy of homemade baking.

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