Decadent and Moist Chocolate Cherry Chip Cake Recipe

This chocolate cherry chip cake is a delightfully rich and moist dessert that combines the flavors of decadent chocolate, sweet cherries, and crunchy chocolate chips. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to impress your guests. It requires just a few simple ingredients and can be easily prepared in under an hour. Whether you're celebrating a special event or simply craving a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to satisfy your chocolate and cherry cravings.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined, about 2 minutes.
4. Reduce the speed to low and gradually pour in the boiling water. Mix just until the batter is smooth.
5. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and chocolate chips.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cakes are fully cooled, frost them with your favorite frosting or whipped cream and decorate as desired.
10. Slice and serve the chocolate cherry chip cake, savoring the irresistible blend of flavors and textures.

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