Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake, a show-stopping dessert that beautifully melds rich chocolate flavors with the sweet tartness of cherries. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant celebrations. The unique upside-down presentation not only looks stunning but ensures that each bite is infused with gooey cherry sweetness, harmonizing perfectly with the moist chocolate cake. Impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible treat that promises to be the highlight of any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- For the topping, pour melted butter into the pan, sprinkle brown sugar evenly, and spread cherry pie filling over it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cherry layer in the pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg