Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in a delightful Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake that perfectly balances rich chocolate flavor with sweet cherry goodness. This easy-to-make dessert comes together in just 15 minutes and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion. The luscious cherry topping sits atop a moist chocolate cake, creating an irresistible treat for both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply treating yourself on a weekday, this cake is sure to become a favorite. Serve it warm with whipped coconut cream or enjoy it plain—every bite promises to be heavenly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 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) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the bottom of the prepared pan and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it.
- Spread the cherry pie filling over the brown sugar layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cherry filling evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg