Description
Simple chocolate cherry dump cake showcases rich flavors from North American dessert traditions. Layers of cherries and chocolate create an easy, comforting treat you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (21 oz or 595 g) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Create a smooth, even foundation by carefully spreading cherry pie filling across the entire bottom of the prepared dish.
- Generously distribute dry chocolate cake mix over the cherry layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Slowly drizzle melted butter across the cake mix, allowing it to penetrate and create a rich, moist texture.
- Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips uniformly over the surface, concentrating on even distribution.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges that indicate perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and let the cake rest for 10-15 minutes, allowing the layers to settle and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Swap pie filling for fresh cherries when in season for a vibrant, tangy twist that elevates the dessert’s flavor profile.
- Ensure even butter distribution by using a pastry brush to coat the entire cake mix layer, preventing dry spots and promoting a rich, moist texture.
- For a gluten-free version, select a gluten-free chocolate cake mix and verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to balance the intense chocolate and cherry flavors, creating a delightful contrast in temperature and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg