This cherry chip cake recipe is a classic, moist, and flavorful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It features a light and fluffy vanilla cake studded with cherry pieces and topped with a creamy cherry frosting. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this homemade cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a birthday party or simply craving a sweet treat, this cherry chip cake is a delightful choice. Give it a try and indulge in the heavenly combination of cherries and cake!
Ingredients
- 1 box of vanilla cake mix
- 1 can (21 oz) of cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips
- For the Frosting:
- 1 package (8 oz) of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of cherry juice (reserved from the pie filling)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, cherry pie filling, vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- Meanwhile, prepare the frosting. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until smooth and well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and cherry juice, and beat until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish with additional cherry pie filling or chocolate chips, if desired.
- Slice and serve the delicious cherry chip cake!
