Description
Savor the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and juicy cherries in this easy-to-make cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without over-mixing. Gently fold in cherry pie filling.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to use frozen cherries—just thaw and drain excess liquid before adding to the batter for a delightful burst of flavor. For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts into the batter.