Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake
Indulge in this delightful Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake that beautifully marries the rich, fudgy flavor of chocolate with the sweet burst of cherries. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this cake is easy to make and will impress everyone at the table. With a moist chocolate base topped with luscious cherry pie filling, it’s an unforgettable dessert that you can whip up without needing expert baking skills. Serve it warm with a scoop of non-dairy ice cream or enjoy it on its own—either way, it’s bound to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Pour melted butter into the pan and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over it. Spread cherry pie filling on top.
- In a bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla until smooth.
- Carefully pour the batter over the cherry layer, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg