Indulgent Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake for Sweet Moments
Delight in this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a crowd-pleasing dessert that mixes rich chocolate and tart cherries.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- mixing bowl
- whisk or electric mixer
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Base
- ½ cup butter, melted adds richness and moisture to the cake.
- 1 cup brown sugar caramelizes beautifully, creating a sweet base for the cherries.
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling gives that fruity sweetness and a lovely visual appeal.
For the Cake Batter
- 1 package (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix simplifies the process while delivering delicious chocolate flavor.
- 3 large eggs provide structure and richness to the cake.
- ½ cup vegetable oil ensures the cake stays moist and tender.
- 1 cup water helps to achieve the perfect cake consistency.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor of the chocolate cherry upside down cake.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Pour the melted butter into the bottom of the prepared pan and sprinkle brown sugar over it.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the brown sugar layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Carefully pour the chocolate batter over the cherry pie filling in the pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Notes
Expert tips include using fresh cherries if possible, minding the layers, and checking for doneness to ensure a fudgy texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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