Best 16 Chocolate Cherry Cake I Recipes

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Chocolate cherry cake is a classic flavor combination that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a special celebration or just looking for a sweet treat, this delicious cake is sure to please. With its moist, chocolatey layers and rich cherry filling, it's a decadent dessert that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Plus, it's relatively easy to make, so even novice bakers can create a masterpiece. If you're looking for a recipe for chocolate cherry cake, you've come to the right place. Here, we'll share several mouthwatering recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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Make and share this Chocolate Cherry Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by duckit

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 16 or more, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) box chocolate fudge cake
21 ounces cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 cup white sugar
5 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup milk
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • combine cake mix,pie filling,extract, and eggs.
  • Mix by hand and spread on jelly roll pan or 13 x 9 pan
  • Bake at 350 Until done in middle (25-35 minutes).
  • Frosting-------------.
  • combine sugar,butter and milk,stir over low heat.
  • Bring to boil for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chocolate chips until melted.
  • Cool then frost.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.3, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 33.5, Sodium 51, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 18.3, Protein 1.6

CHERRY CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Very moist and rich. A favorite of my two grown sons. It keeps very well.

Provided by Ginger McKenney

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¾ cups cake flour
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour one 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Cream the butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs and almond extract and beat well. Add the cocoa powder and mix until well combined.
  • By hand, stir the cake flour, baking soda and salt together. Add flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Stir in the cherry pie filling. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the middle comes out clean. Cool and frost with Chocolate Buttercream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 200.6 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CANDY CAKE



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Cordials of chocolate-covered cherries, a classic "box of chocolates" staple, inspired this delicate cake, filled with a candied cherry mousse and covered in rich chocolate ganache.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 5h40m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus more for the pan
1 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note), plus more for the pan
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup well-drained good-quality cherries in syrup, such as Amarena or Luxardo, plus 2 tablespoons syrup
One 1/4-ounce packet unflavored gelatin
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
8 ounces semisweet chocolate (50 to 60 percent cacao), finely chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter two 8-inch round cake pans, line the bottoms with parchment paper. Butter the parchment and dust with flour, tapping out excess.
  • Whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt together in a large bowl. Whisk the melted butter, buttermilk, egg, vanilla and 1/2 cup water together in another bowl until smooth. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops. Bake, rotating the pans halfway through cooking, until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack set over a baking sheet. Discard the parchment paper and flip the cakes right side up again. Let the cakes cool completely.
  • Make the cherry filling: Quarter the cherries and transfer them to a medium bowl with the 2 tablespoons reserved syrup. Combine the gelatin with 1 tablespoon cold water in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes to soften. Heat the gelatin in the microwave until it melts completely, about 10 seconds, stirring to dissolve. Combine the gelatin, cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, salt and almond extract in a food processor and process until smooth. Scrape the cream cheese mixture into the bowl containing the cherries and stir to combine. Refrigerate, checking every 5 minutes, until the filling is just set enough to spread, 5 to 15 minutes. (Do not let the filling firm up too much.)
  • Place one cake on a cake stand and pile the cherry filling in the center, spreading it in a thick layer almost to the edge. Top with the remaining cake, aligning the layers directly on top of each other so the cake does not lean. Refrigerate the assembled cake for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, make the chocolate ganache: Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan then remove from the heat. Add the chocolate, shaking the pan gently to submerge it. Allow the pan to stand, off the heat, for 3 minutes to melt the chocolate. Whisk the ganache until smooth, then refrigerate until it is just thick enough to spread (like mayonnaise), about 15 minutes. (Do not let the ganache harden too much.)
  • 15 to 20 minutes. (Do not let the ganache harden too much.)
  • Stir the ganache again and scoop it on top of the cake, spreading it over the top and sides. Refrigerate the cake until the ganache is set, at least 2 hours or overnight.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE I



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This recipe uses chocolate cake mix and cherry pie filling for an easy and delicious cake with a frosting made with chocolate chips.

Provided by Kathy Pieniazek

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Chocolate Cake

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
5 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, cherry pie filling, and three eggs. Mix until well blended.
  • Bake in well greased and floured 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • To Make Frosting: Combine sugar, butter or margarine, and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in chocolate pieces until melted and smooth.
  • Frost when cake is cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 39.8 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 280.2 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

CHERRY CHOCOLATE CAKE



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I've had the recipe for this chocolate cherry cake for years-it's a chocolate lover's delight! It's so easy to make, and is perfect for cupcakes and bake sale treats, too. I get many requests for the recipe. -Ann Purchase, Panama City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cans (20 ounces each) reduced-sugar cherry pie filling, divided
3/4 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs and extract until well blended. Stir in one can of pie filling until blended. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Top individual servings with remaining pie filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOLTEN CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKES



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Cinnamon-spiced cherries make these gooey chocolate cakes even more irresistible. Refrigerate the extra sauce and drizzle it over ice cream later in the week.-Ki Russell, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed, undrained
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup cherry brandy
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup butter, cubed
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 large eggs, room temperature
6 large egg yolks, room temperature
6 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut cherries in half; place cherries and their juices in a large saucepan. Add 1/2 cup sugar, cherry brandy and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove 1/4 cup cherries; chop and set aside., In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt butter and chocolates; stir until smooth. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, egg yolks and remaining sugar until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in cocoa and flour until well blended. Gradually beat in chocolate mixture. Fold in chopped cherries., Transfer to 6 greased 6-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 160° and sides of cakes are set, 15-17 minutes., Remove from oven and let stand 1 minute. Run a knife around edges of ramekins; invert onto dessert plates. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve immediately with warm cherry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 calories, Fat 41g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 371mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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This is a very quick and easy cake to make. It is fancy enough to serve to guests.-Lois Valley, Morgan Hill, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

CAKE:
1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract
FROSTING:
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup whole milk
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, stir together all cake ingredients. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until cake tests done. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, mix sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a boil and boil for 1-1/2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted. Pour over hot cake. Frosting will harden as it cools.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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I'm not sure where my mom got this recipe, but everyone in my family requests it for their birthday. I don't even care for chocolate, but this cake is absolutely fab!! I think it's the icing that makes it so great. Gotta try it!!! (Not sure about the prep. time...depends on the baking time for the cake) Make the pie filling in the shape of a heart for a great Valentine's Day cake.

Provided by Manda

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 ounces chocolate cake mix (baked in two 9-inch round cake pans) or 18 ounces devil's food cake mix (baked in two 9-inch round cake pans)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
2 (1 1/2 ounce) envelopes dessert topping (Dream Whip)
1 1/4 cups cold milk
1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Prepare cake layers according to pkg directions.
  • In small bowl, combine pudding mix, topping mixes, and milk.
  • Beat with electric mixer at medium speed until stiff, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Place one cake layer, flat side down, on serving plate.
  • With pudding mixture, make a ring about 1/2 in high and 1 in wide on top of cake layer.
  • Place half of cherry pie filling in center of cake.
  • Place second cake on top, flat side down.
  • Repeat with pudding mixture and remaining cherries on top of second layer, reserving enough pudding mixture to cover sides of cake.
  • Frost sides of cake with pudding mixture.
  • Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.7, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 736.5, Carbohydrate 77.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 30.1, Protein 7.9

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE III



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A must for chocoholics, very moist and fudgy, yet oh so simple to bake.

Provided by Jan

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Chocolate Cake

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 cup white sugar
5 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, cherry pie filling, almond extract, and 2 eggs by hand; stir until well blended. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it tests done. Cool.
  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, butter or margarine, and milk. Boil, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in chocolate chips until smooth. Immediately pour over partially cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 29.5 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 276.3 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY LAYER CAKE



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This luscious cake is really versatile for all-year fun. I've changed the design on top to a heart for Valentine's, a pumpkin for autumn and a tree for Christmas. -Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups cherry yogurt
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1 can (21 ounces) more-fruit cherry pie filling, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, combine cake mix, cinnamon, yogurt, eggs, milk and vanilla. Beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pans., Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , Place 1 cake layer on a serving platter. Spread 1-3/4 cups whipped topping in a circle 1-1/2 in. wide around outer top edge of cake. Fill in center with 1 cup cherry pie filling. Top with remaining cake layer., Remove and discard 1/3 cup thickened cherry sauce from pie filling. Using some of the cherries, outline a star shape on top of cake; fill in center with remaining pie filling. Spread or pipe 1-3/4 cups whipped topping around the star. If desired, pipe remaining whipped topping around bottom edge of cake. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 8g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

NANA'S CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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This was one of my Nana's signature cakes...We all loved cherry cordials and received them for Christmas quite a few times! This cake was my Nana's way of giving us that same simple pleasure, but in a more healthy (???) way! YUM-O!!!

Provided by Stacky5

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) box dark chocolate cake mix
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can thank you brand cherry pie filling
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
dark chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Mix cake mix, eggs and flavorings until well-blended. (I use a hand mixer and mix for at least 2 minutes.).
  • Fold in cherry pie filling (gently).
  • Spread batter into a 8" x 12" pan that has been greased and floured.
  • Bake at 350 degrees until done. (40-50 minutes, according to the cake mix package.).
  • Frost with dark chocolate frosting.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CHIP CAKE



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We always called it the "Busy Cake"...too many things going on with it! Crushed maraschino cherries can be found in the ice cream sundae department at the grocery store. If you can't find them, get regular maraschino cherries and chop.

Provided by Michelle C. Williams

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup strong brewed coffee
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, soda and salt.
  • Add eggs, coffee, milk, oil and vanilla. Beat until smooth (batter will be thin).
  • Fold in cherries and chocolate chips. Pour batter into 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted into middle comes out clean. It's best to leave it in the pan, because the chips and the cherries sort of sink to the bottom and solidify and will stick big time! Frost with white buttercream.
  • For the frosting: In a large bowl, combine butter, confectioners sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and vanilla. Cream with an electric mixer. Add milk by the tablespoon until frosting is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 263.4 mg, Sugar 45 g

GRANNY'S CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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I don't know where Granny got this recipe, but boy oh boy is it good. I have to say that it doesn't look pretty; it looks like a very homemade chocolate cake. But served warm, your family will go back for seconds and thirds.

Provided by Lesli MomOf2

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 ounces devil's food cake mix or 18 ounces fudge cake mix
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1/2 cup margarine
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
6 tablespoons milk
1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, eggs, vanilla & cherry pie filling, mix until well-blended.
  • Pour into a greased and floured 9x13 inch cake pan.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 40 minutes.
  • While still hot, spread with the frosting.
  • For frosting, stir over low heat, the margarine and cocoa until almost boiling.
  • Do not boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in sugar, milk and vanilla.
  • Mix well until smooth.
  • Pour over the hot cake and spread evenly.
  • Serve immediately or cover with foil and refrigerate.
  • Keeps well for several days, if it lasts that long.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 951.8, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 929.1, Carbohydrate 167.8, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 107, Protein 8.7

EASY CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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very easy, makes a nice bundt sized cake, tastes like you slaved over it all day! This works out better if it is all mixed by hand to keep the cherries whole. You can add a splash of cherry brandy if you like!

Provided by green_sleeves

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 bundt cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 ounce) box devil's food cake mix
3 eggs
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon almond flavoring
19 ounces cherry pie filling
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup cherry brandy
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons sweet butter
2 tablespoons table cream

Steps:

  • Mix cake mix with cocoa, beaten eggs, almond flavouring, melted chips and oil. Use a two cup glass measure to melt the chips and oil. Add cherry brandy if using. Fold in cherry pie filling. Turn into greased bundt pan.
  • Bake 350 degrees for 55 minutes. The residue heat will finish the cooking. Cool, turn out onto a plate and glaze.
  • Glaze:.
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • 2 tbsp butter.
  • 2 tbsp table cream.
  • Microwave on medium the chips, butter, and milk until melted . Stir in 1/2 cup icing sugar ( optional ) Cool and pour over cake. I use the same two cup Pyrex measuring cup to melt the chips & oil to put into the cake, and save it unwashed to make the glaze. No point in wasting a bit of chocolate! One time I made it, I used a bit more cherries ( almost 1/2 can more ) and it was the best one yet! After I glazed it and let it cool, I dribbled some of the cherry goo over the glaze to keep it moist- went over huge in my home!
  • This cake is best made the day before to allow the flavours to get happy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.4, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 53.2, Sodium 380.7, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 25.9, Protein 5.2

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE IV



Chocolate Cherry Cake IV image

This was the cake we had for my birthday. Mostly chocolate with a subtle cherry flavor.

Provided by GODGIFU

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened baking chocolate
¼ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
1 cup sour milk
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the yogurt, melted chocolate and cherries with juice. Stir together the flour and baking soda and beat into the creamed mixture alternately with the sour milk. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 26.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 164 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CAKE



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Chocolate and cherries are a match made in sweets heaven. A touch of kirsch -- brandy made from cherries -- enhances the filling for a more pronounced cherry flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons kirsch
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 pounds frozen black cherries (about 3 1/3 cup)
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans
1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted, plus more for pans
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 cup sour cream
3 ounces chopped dark chocolate (1/2 cup), melted and cooled slightly
1 1/2 cups cake flour (not self-rising), sifted
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon gelatin

Steps:

  • Whisk together 1/3 cup sugar, kirsch, and cornstarch in a medium pot. Add cherries and any juices. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, over medium-high until thickened, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan. Line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the long sides of the pan. Butter parchment.
  • Whisk cocoa with hot water in a medium bowl until smooth. Whisk in sour cream and melted chocolate; let cool. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in another medium bowl.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and 1 2/3 cups sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to combine after each and scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Beat in vanilla. With mixer on low, add flour mixture in two parts, alternating with the cocoa mixture and beginning and ending with the flour; beat until combined. Fold in 1 1/4 cups cherry filling; reserve remaining filling for topping.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan; smooth with an offset spatula. Bake until a cake tester inserted in center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Remove cake from pan.
  • Transfer cake to a serving platter. In a small saucepan over low, heat gelatin and 2 tablespoons water over low, stirring constantly, just until gelatin melts, about 3 minutes. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk heavy cream and remaining 1/4 cup sugar on medium-high. Once soft peaks form, slowly add gelatin mixture with the mixer running until combined. Frost top of cooled cake and top with remaining cherry filling.

Tips:

  • Use dark chocolate: Dark chocolate contains more cocoa solids and less sugar than milk chocolate, resulting in a richer, more intense flavor.
  • Bring ingredients to room temperature: This will help the ingredients blend together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached: Overbaking will result in a dry cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting set properly.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes: This will help tenderize the cake.

Conclusion:

This chocolate cherry cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a sweet and tart cherry filling. The frosting is creamy and smooth, and it perfectly complements the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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