Chocolate Cherry Cake
Chocolate Cherry Cake is a decadent dessert that beautifully blends rich chocolate with juicy cherries, creating an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. This moist and flavorful cake is easy to make, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply craving something sweet, this delightful cake promises to impress. Elevate your experience by serving it warm with a drizzle of chocolate ganache or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup melted butter (cooled)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs; mix in milk and melted butter. Combine wet ingredients with dry until just blended.
- Gently fold in cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg