Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly easy Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake! This dreamy dessert transforms simple pancake mix, cocoa, and cherry pie filling into a decadent treat reminiscent of Black Forest cake. Get ready for a burst of rich chocolate and sweet cherry in every bite – ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 203.1 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake

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How to Make Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In an ungreased 13x9-inch baking pan, whisk together 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/2 cup boiling water until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) pancake mix, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  4. Stir in 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon almond extract, 2 large eggs, and 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling.
  5. Gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter evenly over the chocolate sauce in the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving warm. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra decadent treat!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

110g

Fat

4g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake?

Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake?

Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake has approximately 203.1 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake?

The key ingredients for Cherry Chocolate Pudding Cake are Brown Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa, Hot Water, Waffle Mix, Sugar, Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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