Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake that’s sure to impress! This rich and moist dessert features a luscious chocolate cake layered with sweet cherries, creating an irresistible combination of flavors. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or simply a treat to brighten your day, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that you can whip up this showstopper in no time. The enchanting aroma while it bakes will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first slice. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoy it as-is; either way, it’s bound to become a cherished favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 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) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan, sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it, and spread cherry pie filling on top.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cherry layer and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg