Description
Indulge in the delightful Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a luscious dessert that captures hearts and taste buds alike! This cake features a rich chocolate base topped with sweet cherries, creating a perfect balance of flavors that is sure to impress at any gathering. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Simply whip up the batter, layer it over cherry pie filling, and watch it transform into a gorgeous masterpiece. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the smiles as you share this irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan, sprinkle brown sugar evenly on top, and spread the cherry pie filling over this layer.
- In a large bowl, mix together the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Carefully pour the batter over the cherry filling in the pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg