Moms Chocolate Cherry Upside-Down Cake
Mom’s Chocolate Cherry Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate and sweet cherries, creating a perfect treat for any occasion. This classic recipe is easy to make and offers a wonderful balance of flavors, making it a favorite for gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup baking cocoa
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (21 oz.) can cherry pie filling
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- ¾ tsp salt
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13” baking pan.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly at the bottom of the greased pan. Ensure cherries are evenly distributed.
- In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together water, canola or vegetable oil, white vinegar, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients all at once. Stir just until moistened, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Pour the batter over the cherries in the pan, spreading it evenly. Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg