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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake with Maraschino Cherry Filling

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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake with Maraschino Cherry Filling is a delectable dessert that combines rich chocolate layers with a sweet and vibrant cherry filling. This cake evokes nostalgia, making it perfect for family gatherings or celebrations. With its moist texture and delightful flavor, this cake is sure to impress guests and bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Follow the simple steps below to create your own masterpiece and indulge in each delicious bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries (drained)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
  5. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks. Once cool, slice each layer in half horizontally if desired.
  7. Spread maraschino cherries between layers and frost with chocolate frosting made from butter, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.

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