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Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake

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Cherries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. You can lighten the cake by swapping half the butter with unsweetened applesauce or using almond milk for a dairy-free option.
Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake

Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake

Recipe by Daily Disher

This Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake combines rich cocoa with sweet, caramelized cherries for a stunning and irresistible dessert.

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
3.7 from 10 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

    • 1 tsp baking powder

    • 0.5 tsp baking soda

    • 0.5 tsp salt

    • 1.5 cup granulated sugar

    • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted

    • 1 cup milk

    • 2 large eggs

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • 2 cup pitted cherries

    • 0.25 cup brown sugar

    Directions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to combine.
    • In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar and melted butter until well combined and the mixture is smooth.
    • Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, whisking until everything is fully incorporated.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed.
    • Arrange the pitted cherries evenly on the bottom of the prepared cake pan and sprinkle the brown sugar over the top.
    • Pour the batter into the cake pan, spreading it evenly over the cherries and smoothing the top.
    • Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate and carefully remove the parchment paper.
    • Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake is a showstopping dessert with bold flavor and beautiful presentation. Sweet cherries and brown sugar create a glossy topping that perfectly complements the rich, moist chocolate cake beneath. It’s simple to make, yet elegant enough for entertaining—best served with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

    3.7 from 10 votes

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