Moist Chocolate Cherry Cake

Indulge in the ultimate combination of decadence and fruity sweetness with this Moist Chocolate Cherry Cake, a dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. This easy-to-make recipe features a rich, cocoa-infused batter made irresistibly moist with the addition of boiling water, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Bursting with the goodness of juicy sweet cherries and pockets of gooey semisweet chocolate chips, every bite delivers a perfect harmony of flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this luscious cake bakes to perfection in under 35 minutes, making it an ideal centerpiece for celebrations or a cozy weeknight treat. Serve it dusted with powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant finish, and watch this cherry-studded chocolate masterpiece disappear in no time! Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a fruit-forward twist, this show-stopping dessert is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1.5 cups fresh or frozen sweet cherries (pitted)
• 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix using a hand mixer or a whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Carefully stir in the boiling water a little at a time. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and ensures a moist cake.

Step 5

Fold in the pitted cherries and semisweet chocolate chips gently to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optionally, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1815.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4439.7

Total Fat 182.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 401.3mg	0%
Sodium 5161.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 734.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.0g	0%
Total Sugars 426.1g
Protein 91.6g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 717.3mg	0%
Iron 46.3mg	0%
Potassium 4325.3mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 59.4%