Description

Indulge in this luscious chocolate cherry dump cake, where rich chocolate combines with tart cherries for a delightful dessert experience that’s easy to prepare and impossible to resist.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
1/2 cup melted butter
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Powdered sugar (for dusting before serving)

Instructions

Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Mix the Cake Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth; lumps are okay.
Layer the Cherry Filling: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish.
Pour the Cake Mixture: Gently pour the chocolate mixture over the cherry filling without stirring.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Serve and Enjoy: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: You can mix in nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture. If you're feeling adventurous, substitute chocolate cake mix with vanilla or spice mix for different flavor profiles. The leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.