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Cherry Chocolate Bliss

Cherry Chocolate Bliss: The Ultimate Decadent Treat

Indulge in the ultimate Cherry Chocolate Bliss with this moist velvet cake recipe packed with juicy cherries and rich cocoa flavor! Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 375kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Two 8-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Mixer (handheld or stand)
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup powdered sugar for frosting

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chopped cherries and dark chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • While the cakes cool, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the powdered sugar and spread on the cooled cakes.

Notes

For fluffier cake, beat the egg whites separately before folding them into the batter. Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator and let it return to room temperature before serving. If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes. Variations to make this healthier include using almond flour for a gluten-free option or substituting eggs with flax eggs for a vegan version.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 2mg
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