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Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe
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This delightful Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake combines rich, moist chocolate cake with a luscious cherry topping. The sweet cherry pie filling caramelizes with brown sugar and butter, creating a gooey, fruity layer that perfectly complements the deep chocolate flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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Topping

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Cake Batter

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Topping: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Create the Base Layers: Pour the melted butter into the bottom of the prepared pan. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter to create a caramel layer.
  3. Add Cherry Pie Filling: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the brown sugar layer, ensuring an even fruit distribution for flavor and presentation.
  4. Make the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  5. Assemble the Cake: Carefully pour the prepared cake batter over the cherry pie filling layer in the baking pan, spreading it out evenly for consistent baking.
  6. Bake the Cake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. To test doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and Invert: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, place a large serving platter over the baking pan and carefully invert the cake onto the platter, revealing the cherry topping. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can use fresh or thawed frozen cherries as a substitute for canned cherry pie filling if preferred.
  • Letting the cake cool slightly before inverting helps prevent the topping from sliding off.
  • For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) over the brown sugar before adding cherry pie filling.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat slices briefly in the microwave or oven for a warm dessert experience.

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