Chocolate Cherry Christmas Cake
The holiday season is the perfect time for creating delicious treats that bring warmth and joy to your home. If you're looking for a festive dessert to impress your family and friends, this Chocolate Cherry Christmas Cake is sure to be a hit. With rich chocolate flavors and sweet cherries, this cake is a decadent addition to any holiday table.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to combine.
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Add the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
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Stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined. The batter will be thin, but that's normal.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the cake batter. Do not stir.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cake has cooled, top it with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Total Fat
- 10 g
- Saturated Fat
- 2.5 g
- Cholesterol
- 25 mg
- Sodium
- 300 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 55 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 35 g
- Protein
- 5 g
This Chocolate Cherry Christmas Cake is a delightful dessert to share with loved ones during the holiday season. The combination of rich chocolate and sweet cherries is a match made in heaven, and the addition of whipped cream and chocolate shavings adds a touch of elegance to the presentation. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply want to treat yourself to something special, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the warmth of the season with this indulgent and comforting dessert that will become a favorite in your holiday recipe repertoire.