Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Spatula
- Cake pan (preferably springform)
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 150 g butter
- 200 g sugar
- 4 eggs
- 200 g flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200 g pitted cherries
- 100 ml milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease your cake pan.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a double boiler.
- Whisk the sugar and eggs in another bowl until light and fluffy.
- Pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Sift the flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients and fold them in gently.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
- Fold in the pitted cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Let the cake cool before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, soak the cherries in kirsch or brandy before adding them to the batter.
Always let the cake cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for added indulgence!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg
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