Chocolate Cherry Stripes
Indulge in the rich, decadent layers of Chocolate Cherry Stripes, a stunning dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with luscious cherry preserves and a silky ganache topping. This show-stopping treat features three delicately stacked cake strips, each layered with sweet-tart cherry preserves that balance the deep cocoa flavors perfectly. Topped with a glossy ganache and optional fresh cherry garnish, it’s as elegant as it is delicious. Easily prepped and assembled in under an hour, this recipe makes for an impressive centerpiece at any celebration or holiday gathering. Perfect for chocolate and cherry lovers alike, this dessert is sure to leave a lasting impression!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cups milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups boiling water
- 1 cups cherry preserves
- 1 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 cups fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully combined.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, stirring until smooth. The batter will be thin, but that's expected.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before carefully removing it and placing it on a flat surface.
Trim and level the top of the cake if needed, then slice the cake lengthwise into three equal strips.
Heat the cherry preserves slightly in the microwave (about 15-20 seconds) to make it easier to spread.
On the first strip of cake, evenly spread one third of the cherry preserves. Place the second strip of cake on top and repeat the process, topping with the third strip of cake.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth to create a glossy ganache.
Pour the ganache over the assembled cake, letting it drip down the sides evenly. Use a spatula to help spread it if needed.
Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes to let the ganache set.
Dust the top lightly with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh cherries if desired. Slice and serve your beautiful Chocolate Cherry Stripes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.0 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.2 g | 556% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1965 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 733.5 g | 267% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 532.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.8 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
