Best 4 Hersheys Chocolate Sour Cream Vintage Cake Recipes

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The Hershey's Chocolate Sour Cream Vintage Cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by generations. This moist and flavorful cake is made with a combination of cocoa powder and melted chocolate, giving it a rich chocolate flavor. The sour cream adds a subtle tanginess that balances out the sweetness of the cake. This vintage recipe has stood the test of time and continues to be a favorite among chocolate lovers. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of making this delicious cake, providing you with tips and tricks to ensure a perfect result.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE CAKE



Sour Cream Chocolate Cake image

'Impressive to look at but easy to make, this cake is a good old-fashioned 'Sunday supper' dessert that melts in your mouth,' relates Marsha Lawson from Pflugerville, Texas.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup baking cocoa
1 cup boiling water
1 cup butter, softened
2 ½ cups sugar
4 large eggs eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup butter
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Dissolve cocoa in water; let stand until cool. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Add vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well. Add cocoa mixture; beat well.
  • Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
  • In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; cool for 5 minutes. Place in a large mixing bowl; add sour cream and vanilla; beat until blended. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.7 calories, Carbohydrate 103.5 g, Cholesterol 104.9 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 393.5 mg, Sugar 76.1 g

HERSHEY'S OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE CAKE AND FROSTING



Hershey's Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake and Frosting image

Make and share this Hershey's Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake and Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mom10

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
1 2/3 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cocoa
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups water
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups powdered sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Cake: Heat oven to 350*. Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans or one 13x9-inch pan.
  • In large mixer bowl, combine butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat on high speed 3 minutes.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; add alternately with water to butter mixture.
  • Blend just until combined. Pour into prepared pans.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans. Coll completely; frost.
  • Frosting: In small microwave-safe bowl, place chocolate chips.
  • Microwave on high 1 1/2 minutes; stir. Microwave on high an additional 30 seconds or until melted and smooth when stirred. (Chips may also be melted in pan over warm water).
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and evaporated milk, beating until smooth. About 2 1/2 cups frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829.5, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 131.2, Sodium 676.2, Carbohydrate 128.3, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 94.2, Protein 10.3

SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE CAKE



Sour Cream Chocolate Cake image

Impressive to look at but easy to make, this cake is a good old-fashioned "Sunday supper" dessert that melts in your mouth. -Marsha Lawson, Pflugerville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup baking cocoa
1 cup boiling water
1 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
FROSTING:
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4-1/2 to 5 cups confectioners' sugar
Assorted gold sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • Dissolve cocoa in boiling water; cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Add cocoa mixture and mix well. , Pour into 3 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. If desired, decorate with sprinkles. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 102g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HERSHEYS CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FILLING & CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE BUTTERCREAM RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Hersheys Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Filling & Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by duckieq

Number Of Ingredients 25

Chocolate Cake
Adapted from Hershey's
2 cups sugar
1 & 3/4 cups flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk or heavy Cream
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup boiling water
For the Whipped Cream Cheese Buttercream
1 cup cream cheese
3/4 cup butter
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
For the Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream
3/4 cup of butter
3/4 cup of cream cheese
1 & 3/4 cups Hersheys cocoa powder
5 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons whole Milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Hersheys Chocolate Cake First, preheat your oven to 350F. Spray 3 round cake pans with cooking spray Dust the pans lightly with flour, set aside. In a Large mixing bowl or kitchenaid mixer combine the Flour, Hersheys cocoa, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and the salt. Add in the milk, oil, eggs and the vanilla extract & mix until everything is thoroughly incorporated. Once all combined, stir in the boiling water last; mix again, the batter will be very thin. Pour the batter evenly in each of the sprayed/floured cake pans Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each layer comes out clean. Once fully baked, remove from oven & allow the 3 cakes to cool for at least 10-15 minutes before removing them. Once removed, transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling completely. I always use a cake leveler to make sure the layers are even, you can also use a serrated knife While they finish cooling, prepare your frostings. Whipped Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting Instructions Whip the cream cheese & the butter with an electric mixer on high speed for about 30 seconds. Once combined begin adding in 1/2 cup of powdered sugar at time, making sure each half cup is fully incorporated before mixing in another 1/2 cup., add in the vanilla extract & whip one last time for about 30 more seconds on high and beat one minute more until nice & fluffy Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting Inctructions In a large bowl beat the butter & cream cheese with an electric mixer and begin adding in the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time again add in the cocoa and the milk & vanilla Whip all of the ingredients until they are thoroughly incorporated Beat at High speed for about one minute or until fluffy. Once you are ready to assemble the cake Level the cakes with a cake leveler to assure perfect stacking of the cake layers Place the bottom layer on a cake plate. Spread 3/4 cup of the cream cheese buttercream filling over the bottom cake layer Top with the second leveled layer and repeat the process. Lastly, top with the third layer. Frost just the very top with the remaining Whipped cream cheese buttercream & refrigerate for about 15 minutes Finally, remove from the refrigerator & frost the top layer gently with the chocolate cream cheese buttercream & all over the sides of the cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve. ENJOY!

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients for optimal blending and cake texture.
  • Do not over mix the batter to prevent a dense cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

These Hersheys chocolate sour cream cake recipes are a delicious and easy way to enjoy a classic dessert. With its moist and fluffy texture and rich chocolate flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you choose the original recipe or one of the variations, you're sure to find a chocolate sour cream cake that you'll love. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake a delicious cake today!

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