Heart-Shaped Chocolate Cake with Cherries
Heart-Shaped Chocolate Cake with Cherries is a decadent dessert that transforms any occasion into a celebration. This moist chocolate cake, topped with sweet, juicy cherries, combines rich flavors and stunning presentation to impress your loved ones. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or just because, this delightful recipe will satisfy your sweet cravings and create memorable moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake before removing it from the pan. Toss cherries with sugar and layer on top of the cooled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg