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Chocolate Cherry Cake

By Linda Larsen, About.com

This delicious recipe for a moist and sweet chocolate sheet cake starts with cake mix and adds cherry pie filling and a smooth frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 (18-ounce) package devil's food or chocolate cake mix
  • 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 7 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 (12-ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13x9" pan with nonstick baking spray containing flour and set aside. In large bowl, combine cake mix, cherry pie filling, extract, and eggs. Beat until well mixed, then beat 1 minute at medium speed. Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until cake is set.

While cake is in the oven, combine sugar, butter, and milk in large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips and vanilla. Stir with a wire whisk until the chips are melted and frosting is smooth. Pour over warm cake and spread to cover. Let cool on wire rack before serving. 16 servings

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