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Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe

Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the decadent delight of this Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake. A luscious combination of rich chocolate cake and sweet cherry topping that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!

Ingredients

For the Topping:

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

For the Cake:

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Topping – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Pour melted butter into the pan and sprinkle brown sugar over it. Spread cherry pie filling evenly on top.
  2. Make the Cake Batter – In a large bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, oil, water, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Assemble the Cake – Pour batter over cherry filling, spreading evenly.
  4. Bake – Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Invert – Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a platter.

Notes

  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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