Best 3 Hershey Sheet Cake Recipes

Calling all chocolate lovers! Hershey's sheet cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. Its rich, chocolatey flavor and moist, dense texture make it a favorite for birthdays, potlucks, and any other special occasion. But with so many recipes out there, finding the best one can be a daunting task. Fear not, fellow chocolate enthusiasts! This article will guide you through the key factors to consider when choosing a Hershey's sheet cake recipe, ensuring that your next baking adventure results in a truly unforgettable dessert experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HERSHEY SHEET CAKE

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This is my cousin, Lorraine's, recipe. She made this years ago when my husband, son & I were visiting and I asked for the recipe. I think of her every single time I make this cake! It is so good and moist. Oh, and it's really good with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (Bryers is our favorite) on top.

Provided by Bea L. @BeachChic

Categories Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 stick(s) butter or margarine, softened
1 cup(s) granulated sugar
16 ounce(s) can hershey syrup
4 - eggs
1 cup(s) self-rising flour
1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract
ICING:
1 cup(s) granulated sugar
1/3 cup(s) evaporated milk, undiluted
1 stick(s) butter or margarine
1/2 cup(s) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup(s) chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350. Lightly spray sheet cake pan with Pam. CAKE: Mix all ingredients well and pour into prepared sheet cake pan and bake at 350 for approximately 35 minutes. Ice cake while hot.
ICING: In a saucepan add sugar, milk and butter and bring to a boil then boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips and mix well. You may now add nuts if you're using them. Spread icing over hot cake. Don't cut cake until the icing has had time to set, which doesn't take long.

TEXAS SHEET CAKE I

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This is an easy and very good potluck cake. Serves several.

Provided by Chantal

Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup butter
1 cup water
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
5 tablespoons milk
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan.
Bring 1 cup butter, water and 4 tablespoons cocoa to a boil in a large saucepan. While still hot, remove from heat and add 2 cups flour, 2 cups white sugar, and salt. Mix well. Beat in eggs, sour cream, and baking soda. Do not beat too long.
Pour batter into greased 15x10 inch jelly roll pan. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean.
To Make Icing: Bring 1/2 cup butter or margarine, 4 tablespoons cocoa and 5 tablespoons milk to a boil. Remove from heat. While still hot, add confectioners' sugar vanilla and nuts. Beat well. Ice cake while icing is still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 231.8 mg, Sugar 44 g

HERSHEY'S SYRUP CAKE

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A lady on a local radio call-in show got talking about this cake one day and the station was swamped with request for the recipe. It sounded good to me too so I also requested it and thought I'd share it here.

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) can hershey chocolate syrup
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

For cake: Cream margarine and sugar; then add eggs one at a time and beat well, after each.
Sift dry ingredients and add to above mixture.
Add syrup and bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes in 13x9 inch pan.
Do not over bake.
Ice while hot.
For icing: Boil margarine, milk and sugar together for two to three minutes.
Add chocolate chips, beat until smooth.
Pour on cake.

Tips:

Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking the cake. This will help ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
Use a large bowl to mix the batter. This will give you plenty of room to stir and mix the ingredients together.
Be sure to grease and flour the baking pan before pouring in the batter. This will help prevent the cake from sticking to the pan.
Bake the cake for the amount of time specified in the recipe. Overbaking the cake will make it dry and crumbly.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Hershey's sheet cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings and frostings. Whether you are a beginner baker or an experienced pro, you are sure to love this delicious cake.