Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the most irresistible dessert that will make your friends and family beg for seconds! Our Chocolate Covered Cherry Cake is not just a dessert - it's a decadent experience that combines the rich, velvety goodness of chocolate with the sweet, luscious burst of cherries. Imagine cutting into a moist chocolate cake that's studded with juicy cherries and topped with a glossy chocolate glaze that will make your mouth water instantly. This show-stopping cake is so easy to make, you'll look like a professional pastry chef with minimal effort!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, ensuring even coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package directions. Typically, this involves adding eggs, oil, and water as specified on the box.
- Gently fold the entire can of cherry pie filling into the prepared cake batter. Mix carefully to distribute the cherries evenly throughout the batter without breaking them up too much.
- Pour the cherry-chocolate batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. The cake should be slightly springy to the touch.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This typically takes about 1 hour.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the chocolate glaze by melting the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval to prevent burning.
- Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, mix in the milk to create a glossy glaze. Stir until completely combined.
- Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the cooled cake, using a spoon or spatula to create an even coating.
- Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve for a beautiful finishing touch.
- Let the glaze set for about 15-20 minutes before cutting the cake into squares.
- Serve and enjoy the rich, decadent Chocolate Covered Cherry Cake. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Make sure to grease and flour your pan thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking and ensure easy removal.
- When folding in the cherry pie filling, be gentle to keep some cherry chunks intact for bursts of fruity flavor.
- Use a toothpick test to check cake doneness - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the chocolate glaze to prevent it from melting too quickly.
- For a more professional look, use a fine-mesh sieve when dusting powdered sugar to create an even, light coating.
- If you want extra richness, you can add a splash of vanilla extract to the cake batter or chocolate glaze.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain its moisture and freshness for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
