Chocolate Cherry Cake
This delightful Chocolate Cherry Cake combines rich chocolate flavors with sweet cherries, creating a moist and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box devil’s food cake mix You can use a homemade chocolate cake recipe if preferred.
- 1 can cherry pie filling Fresh cherries can be used as a substitute.
- 3 pieces eggs They help bind the ingredients and keep the cake moist.
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor to the batter.
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar For the sweet glaze.
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder Enhances chocolate flavor of the glaze.
- 2 tablespoons milk To achieve desired consistency of the glaze.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze Enhances the glaze flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a round, 9-inch cake pan, optionally lining it with parchment paper.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and cherry pie filling.
- Add the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, and mix with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined.
- Beat on medium speed for an additional two minutes until the batter is thick.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
Notes
Make sure to use room temperature ingredients for better blending. This cake pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32g
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