Classic Chocolate Cherry Cake Recipe

Indulge in a delightful treat with this classic chocolate cherry cake recipe. Made with rich chocolate cake layers and sweet cherry filling, this dessert is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any special occasion. The combination of chocolate and cherries creates a heavenly taste that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. This recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a show-stopping dessert that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Fresh cherries, for garnish
• Chocolate shavings, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until smooth and combined.
4. Carefully stir in the boiling water into the batter. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
5. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
10. Place the second cake layer on top of the cherry filling.
11. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the whipped cream mixture.
12. Garnish the cake with fresh cherries and chocolate shavings.
13. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
14. Slice and serve the delicious chocolate cherry cake to enjoy!

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