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Chocolate Cherry Cake

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This Chocolate Cherry Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with the sweet and tart taste of cherries. Moist and decadent, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays or just as a special treat. Topped with a creamy frosting and garnished with cherries, it’s sure to satisfy any chocolate and cherry lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the Cake:
    • 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
    • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/4 cup water
  • For the Frosting:
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1/4 cup heavy cream (more if needed)
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Garnish (Optional):
    • Fresh cherries or maraschino cherries
    • Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • Make the Cake Batter:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, cherry pie filling, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and water.
    • Stir the ingredients together until fully combined. The batter will be slightly thicker due to the cherry filling.
  • Bake the Cake:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
    • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • Prepare the Frosting:
    • In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
    • Gradually add heavy cream and continue beating until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more cream until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Frost the Cake:
    • Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
  • Garnish and Serve:
    • Garnish the cake with fresh cherries or maraschino cherries and chocolate shavings, if desired.
    • Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing Instructions: This cake can be frozen for up to 2 months. Wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
  • Variations: For added texture, try mixing some chopped dark chocolate or mini chocolate chips into the cake batter. You can also use cherry-flavored frosting or add a layer of cherry jam between the cake and frosting for extra flavor.

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