Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, where rich chocolate meets the sweet tang of cherries. This moist and easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive celebrations. The gooey cherry topping creates a stunning visual appeal while adding a burst of flavor with each bite. This one-pan wonder not only simplifies clean-up but also guarantees that it will quickly become a household favorite. Bake this irresistible treat today and prepare for compliments from friends and family!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 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 and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it. Spread cherry pie filling on top.
- In a large bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate batter over the cherry layer, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about ten minutes, then invert onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
- Calories: 269
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 261mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 44mg