Cherry & Dark Chocolate ‘Forest’ Dump Cake
Cherry & Dark Chocolate ‘Forest’ Dump Cake is an irresistible dessert that marries the sweet-tart flavor of cherries with rich dark chocolate in a gooey, warm cake. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make treat will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. With a rustic charm and minimal prep time, it’s an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) dark chocolate cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together the dark chocolate cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and sour cream until smooth.
- Spoon the chocolate batter over the cherry layer and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg