Chocolate maraschino cherry cake –Indulge in a slice of heaven with this exquisite Dark Chocolate Maraschino Cherry Cake! Perfect for any celebration or a delightful weekend treat, this cake combines rich chocolate flavors with the sweet and tart essence of maraschino cherries. Follow along to create this delicious masterpiece!
Dark Chocolate Maraschino Cherry Cake
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this beautiful cake that not only looks stunning but also tastes divine. The moist chocolate layers paired with maraschino cherries will tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin). Carefully fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top, and then gently place the second cake layer on top.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream. Decorate with additional maraschino cherries if desired.
Slice and serve your Dark Chocolate Maraschino Cherry Cake to friends and family. Enjoy the delightful combination of chocolate and cherries with every bite!