Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and luscious cherries with our mouthwatering Chocolate Cherry Cake. This decadent dessert is a celebration of flavors and textures, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings or impressing guests at any gathering. With its moist chocolate cake layers and bursts of juicy cherries, this recipe promises to be a showstopper on any dessert table.


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Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water

For the Cherry Filling:

2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Optional: Fresh cherries for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.


Make the Cake:

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.

Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. Note: The batter will be thin, but that's normal.

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

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

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.


Prepare the Cherry Filling:

In a saucepan, combine the fresh cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.

Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the cherries soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and let the cherry filling cool completely.


Make the Chocolate Ganache:

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.

Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl.

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and butter and let it sit for 2 minutes.
Gently whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy.


Assemble the Cake:

Place one cake layer on a serving platter or cake stand.

Spread a layer of the cooled cherry filling over the top of the cake layer.

Place the second cake layer on top of the cherry filling.

Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

If desired, garnish the cake with fresh cherries for an extra touch of elegance.


Chill and Serve:

Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to allow the ganache to set before slicing and serving.

Slice and serve this decadent Chocolate Cherry Cake, and watch it disappear with delight!


This Chocolate Cherry Cake is a heavenly combination of rich chocolate cake, sweet cherry filling, and velvety chocolate ganache. Whether enjoyed as a special treat for yourself or shared with loved ones, it's sure to be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy the indulgent flavors of chocolate and cherries in every decadent bite!