Description
Indulge in the rich and delightful flavors of this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this unique dessert features a moist chocolate cake topped with sweet cherry filling, creating a stunning presentation that will impress your guests. Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or at room temperature for an afternoon treat, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it’s a fantastic choice for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply when you want to treat yourself.
Ingredients
- 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 and sprinkle brown sugar over it. Spread cherry pie filling evenly 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 filling and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh cherries instead of canned filling—sweeten them slightly before use. To make it gluten-free, substitute the chocolate cake mix with a gluten-free alternative.