Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Treat yourself to a delightful experience with this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a dessert that combines rich chocolate and sweet cherries for an irresistible treat. This cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to make, making it perfect for both everyday indulgence and special occasions. With its moist texture and luscious cherry topping, every bite feels like a warm hug! Whether you’re baking for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this cake will quickly become a favorite. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the joy it brings to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it.
- Spread cherry pie filling over the brown sugar layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cherries and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg