Cherry Pudding Cake

Indulge in the luscious, nostalgia-filled flavors of this Cherry Pudding Cake, a dessert that beautifully combines a soft, tender cake layer with a sweet, gooey cherry filling. With minimal prep time and a magical baking process—where boiling water creates a self-saucing pudding—this recipe is as simple as it is impressive. The brown sugar topping adds a caramel-like richness, while the vibrant cherry pie filling delivers a burst of fruity goodness in every bite. Perfect for weeknight treats or holiday gatherings, this warm, rustic dessert is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy dessert recipe or a comforting classic, this Cherry Pudding Cake will satisfy your sweet cravings effortlessly.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until you create a smooth batter.

Step 4

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Pour the cherry pie filling over the batter, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.

Step 6

Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the cherry pie filling.

Step 7

Carefully pour the boiling water over the entire mixture. Do not stir; the water will seep through the layers during baking to create the pudding-like texture.

Step 8

Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. The cake will have a pudding-like sauce at the bottom.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1367.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403.2

Total Fat 32.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 73.0mg	0%
Sodium 1877.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 520.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 402.6g
Protein 20.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 312.0mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 919.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.8%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 84.9%