Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
A delicious and easy dessert combining chocolate cake mix and cherry pie filling for a sweet treat that's warm and gooey.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Assembly
- In a baking dish, spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom.
- In a bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix with 1 cup of water, the melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Carefully pour the cake batter over the cherry filling in the baking dish.
- If desired, sprinkle chocolate chips over the top of the batter.
Baking
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, it's done.
Cooling and Serving
- Once baked, let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Can be prepared ahead of time and served warm or cold. For dietary adjustments, use gluten-free cake mix or plant-based butter.