Hershey's Chocolate Syrup Cake

By srumbel

Let the cake cool completely, and then dig in. And swoon at the moist, tender chocolate-y-ness. Oh yes, this cake is certainly swoon-worthy.
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Ingredients

• 1 stick (1/2 c.) butter, softened
• 1 c. sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/8 tsp. salt
• 1 (1 lb.) can Hershey's chocolate syrup
• 1 stick (1/2 c.) butter
• 1 c. granulated sugar
• 1/3 c. evaporated milk
• 1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare the Cake:

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt; mixing until just combined. Pour in the chocolate syrup and mix until thoroughly combined.
Pour batter into a 13x9" baking pan coated with non-stick cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 - 35 minutes, until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, begin preparing the icing.
Prepare the Icing:

Place the butter, sugar, and evaporated milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium to medium-high heat. Once the mixture reaches a full rolling boil, cook it for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate chips are melted.
Immediately pour the hot icing over the warm cake, spreading to cover the cake evenly. Allow cake to cool to room temperature before serving.