Description
Chocolate Cherry Cake is a luscious dessert that masterfully combines rich chocolate and tart cherries, resulting in an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture and delightful flavor, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or as a cozy after-dinner delight, it’s both visually stunning and incredibly satisfying. In just a few simple steps, you can create a masterpiece that captures the essence of sweetness and tartness—a true crowd-pleaser for chocolate lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pitted fresh or frozen cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients; fold in cherries gently.
- Divide batter between prepared pans; bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (82g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa and fresh cherries for the best flavor. For added texture, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter. This cake pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.