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Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the rich flavors of this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake. A decadent dessert that combines the sweetness of cherry pie filling with a moist chocolate cake base.

Ingredients

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For the Topping:

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

For the Cake:

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Topping: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Pour melted butter into the pan, sprinkle brown sugar over it, and spread cherry pie filling on top.
  2. Make the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, mix chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Assemble the Cake: Pour the cake batter over the cherry layer in the pan.
  4. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Invert: Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter before serving.

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Keywords: Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, Dessert, Cherry, Chocolate Cake