Doris Mcfatridge’S Chocolate-Cherry Cake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, moist chocolate cake swirled with tart cherry pie filling and topped with toasted walnuts.
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Doris Mcfatridge’S Chocolate-Cherry Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 116.0

Description

This comforting chocolate-cherry cake is a delightful twist on the classic dump cake, offering a perfect balance of rich cocoa and bright fruitiness. The moist chocolate base, created by mixing cake batter with evaporated milk, provides a tender crumb that contrasts beautifully with the glossy, tart cherry filling. As it bakes, the cherries sink slightly into the batter, creating marbled pockets of fruit in every bite. The addition of chopped walnuts near the end of baking adds a satisfying crunch and nutty depth. It is an easy, fuss-free dessert perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy weeknight treat. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Coat a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together the chocolate cake mix and evaporated milk until just moistened and no dry patches remain.
  4. Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Pour the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the batter; do not stir.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle chopped walnuts evenly over the top of the cake.
  8. Return to oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the walnuts are toasted and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 116.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.4g10%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 9.8g
Protein 1.1g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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