Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a perfect dessert that feels like a warm hug. Imagine moist chocolate cake topped with sweet, gooey cherries—this treat is not just delicious but also brings back fond memories of family baking. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight or a festive gathering, this cake will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your taste, this recipe is sure to impress your loved ones with its rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it, followed by the cherry pie filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cherry layer in the pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg