Cherry Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of a Cherry Chocolate Cake—an ultimate dessert pairing rich chocolate with luscious cherries. This show-stopping treat features moist, cocoa-packed layers made extra tender with a touch of boiling water, ensuring bakery-quality results at home. A vibrant cherry pie filling is generously layered between the cakes, adding fruity sweetness that perfectly complements the homemade silky chocolate ganache cascading over the top. Garnished with fresh cherries for a pop of elegance, it’s a cake as stunning as it is delicious. With just 30 minutes of prep time and straightforward ingredients, this recipe is perfect for celebrations or whenever you’re craving a chocolate cherry dream.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1.5 cups Cherry pie filling
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.25 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the batter is smooth and combined.
Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate ganache. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a medium-size bowl. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread an even layer of cherry pie filling over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top of the cherries, then pour the ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
Garnish with fresh cherries, if desired. Let the ganache set for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve the cake at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6687 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.7 g | 401% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.9 g | 680% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 5443 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 997.7 g | 363% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 96.0 g | 343% | |
| Total Sugars | 689.8 g | ||
| Protein | 101.6 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 851 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 54.7 mg | 304% | |
| Potassium | 5020 mg | 107% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
