This Black Forest Cherry Bundt Cake is a rich, moist, and decadent dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate and cherries in a beautifully presented bundt cake. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to impress, this cake offers the classic Black Forest taste in a simplified form.
Ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (devil’s food or any rich chocolate variety)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Maraschino cherries and chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. - Prepare the cake batter:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then on medium speed for 2 minutes until well blended. - Add cherries:
Gently fold in the cherry pie filling and almond extract (if using) to the cake batter. Be careful not to overmix; you want the cherries to stay mostly intact for texture. - Add chocolate chips:
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips for added richness. - Bake:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Cool the cake:
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely. - Prepare the glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed, until it’s pourable but still thick. - Glaze & garnish:
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Garnish with maraschino cherries and sprinkle with chocolate shavings for a beautiful presentation. - Serve & enjoy:
Slice and serve this luscious Black Forest Cherry Bundt Cake. Each slice will have a delightful combination of rich chocolate and tart cherries!