Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

flour

2 cup

sugar

1.5 cup

Hershey's syrup

1 tsp

baking powder

1 cup

boiling water

1 tsp

baking soda

0.5 cup

melted butter

melted

2 unit

eggs

1 cup

milk

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350F (175C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, Hershey's syrup, and baking powder.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a separate bowl, add baking soda to boiling water.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

Melt butter in the boiling water.

Step 5
~5 min

Add eggs, sugar, milk, and the butter-water mixture to the dry ingredients.

Step 6
~5 min

Mix well until combined.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour batter into a greased and floured cake pan.

Step 8
~5 min

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9
~5 min

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.

Add a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong chocolate aroma
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular dessert for birthdays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100