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Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in this delightful chocolate cherry dump cake, a warm and gooey dessert that perfectly combines rich chocolate flavors with tart cherries, making it ideal for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1 can cherry pie filling (21 oz)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Prepare the Cherry Layer: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, and melted butter according to package instructions. Stir until just combined; lumps are acceptable.
  4. Pour It On: Gently pour the chocolate batter over the cherry layer in the baking dish. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
  5. Bake Away: Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
  6. Serve It Up: Allow to cool slightly before serving warm. Top with whipped cream or ice cream for an indulgent treat.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12 of the cake (approx. 85g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. Experiment with different fruit fillings such as blueberry or raspberry for a twist on flavor.