Description
Chocolate Cherry Cake is a heavenly dessert that perfectly marries rich chocolate cake with the sweet-tart flavor of cherries. This moist and decadent creation is ideal for any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings, or simply as a delightful treat at home. Each slice, topped with luscious frosting and dotted with juicy cherries, delivers a burst of flavor that will leave everyone craving more. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and texture, this recipe is easy to follow for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible Chocolate Cherry Cake that promises to be the star of any dessert table.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Large Eggs
- Milk
- Vegetable Oil
- Vanilla Extract
- Canned or Fresh Cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add milk, oil, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed. Fold in cherries.
- Pour batter into pans and bake for 30?35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before frosting.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
For added cherry flavor, top with extra cherries after frosting.
Experiment with adding chocolate chips for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg