Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a dessert that seamlessly combines rich chocolate with sweet cherries for an unforgettable treat. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings. Its stunning presentation and gooey cherry topping will leave everyone asking for seconds. With just a few pantry staples, you can create this moist and flavorful dessert that’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as it disappears in no time!
- 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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan and sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the brown sugar layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter over the cherries and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg