Description
A rich and indulgent chocolate cake layered with sweet cherry filling and smooth cream, finished with a luscious chocolate topping—perfect for celebrations or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or brewed coffee
- 1 1/2 cups cherry pie filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 115 g dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Stir in hot water or coffee until the batter is thin and well combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely on a wire rack.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread cherry pie filling evenly, then top with whipped cream.
- Add the second cake layer and drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Fresh or canned cherries can be used instead of pie filling.
- Chilling the cake helps the layers set cleanly.
- Chocolate shavings make a great garnish.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American