Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate fudge cake infused with the unique flavor of Dr Pepper, studded with juicy maraschino cherries, and topped with decadent chocolate frosting in this Cherry Dr Pepper Cake.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate fudge cake mix
- 1 can (12 oz) Dr Pepper (regular, not diet)
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 cup cherry juice (from the maraschino cherry jar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1 container (16 oz) chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate fudge cake mix and Dr Pepper, stirring until smooth. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries, cherry juice, and vanilla extract.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost: Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with additional maraschino cherries if desired. Slice and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute cherry-flavored Dr Pepper for extra cherry flavor.
- For a more homemade touch, use a simple chocolate ganache instead of store-bought frosting.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
