Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a luscious dessert that effortlessly blends rich chocolate and sweet cherries. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, making it a memorable treat for family and friends. With its stunning presentation and heavenly aroma, this cake is sure to impress everyone at the table. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s a chocolate lover’s dream come true!
- 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). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan, then sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it. Spread cherry pie filling on top.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gently pour the batter over the cherry filling in the pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg