Hershey's Bar Cake

Indulge in the rich decadence of a homemade Hershey's Bar Cake, a chocolate lover’s dream dessert that blends irresistibly smooth Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars with fluffy marshmallows for a perfectly moist and flavorful treat. This classic layered cake features a tender crumb infused with creamy buttermilk and a hint of vanilla, while the crowning glory is a luscious, velvety chocolate frosting made from cocoa and powdered sugar. Simple yet sophisticated, this recipe is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a little chocolate magic. Ready in just over an hour, this cake serves 12 and is guaranteed to leave everyone reaching for seconds. Bring the nostalgic charm of Hershey's chocolate to your table with this easy-to-follow recipe that delivers bakery-like results every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Butter
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 6 bars (1.55 ounces each) Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars
• 2 cups Miniature marshmallows
• 0.5 cup Butter (for frosting)
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking soda.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed sugar mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.

Step 6

Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 7

Melt the 6 Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly before adding to the batter.

Step 8

Fold in the melted chocolate and the miniature marshmallows until evenly combined.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

While the cake cools, prepare the frosting: Cream together 0.5 cups of butter with 4 cups of powdered sugar and 0.25 cups of cocoa powder in a medium bowl.

Step 12

Gradually add the milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.

Step 13

Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.

Step 14

Slice and serve this decadent Hershey’s Bar Cake to delight your guests!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2431.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9199.4

Total Fat 395.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 226.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 1626.2mg	0%
Sodium 2060.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1378.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1095.7g
Protein 91.1g	0%

Vitamin D 429.6IU	0%
Calcium 981.4mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 2225.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 58.4%