Description
Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake is a delightful dessert that pairs rich chocolate with luscious tart cherries in an effortless one-pan recipe. Perfect for potlucks or cozy nights, this cake is sure to impress with its simple preparation and mouthwatering flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1 cup water
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix over the cherries without pressing down.
- Pour water evenly over the cake mix, ensuring it's fully covered.
- Drizzle melted butter on top; do not stir.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cherry pie filling for better flavor; fresh cherries can be substituted by adjusting sugar levels. Avoid overmixing after adding water and butter for optimal texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.