Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake, a twist on a classic Pillsbury Bake-Off winner! This single-layer marvel features a rich, chocolatey glaze poured over a warm cake infused with sweet cherry pie filling. Adapted from the Cake Doctor cookbook, this recipe is less sweet than others, ensuring the deep chocolate flavor shines. Get ready for a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth dessert experience that's perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 5037.4 kcal
Protein 111g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze

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How to Make Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze

  1. Lightly grease or spray a 13x9 inch baking pan with vegetable oil spray.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place rack in the center of the oven.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine:
  4. • 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
  5. • 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
  6. • 2 large eggs
  7. • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  8. Beat at low speed for 1 minute, then stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  9. Increase mixer speed to medium and beat for 2 more minutes, until batter is thick and well-blended.
  10. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  11. Bake for 30-34 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze:
  13. • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  14. • 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
  15. • ¼ cup milk
  16. • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  17. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine sugar, butter, and milk. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
  18. Boil gently for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  19. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
  20. Place the warm cake on a wire rack.
  21. Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
  22. Let the glaze set and the cake cool completely before cutting into serving-sized pieces.
  23. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

208 g

Sugar

1763g

Fat

452g

Carbs

268g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze?

Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze?

Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze has approximately 5037.4 calories per serving, with about 111 g protein, 268 g carbohydrates and 316 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Covered Cherry Sheet Cake With Pour Over Glaze are Chocolate Cake Mix, Cherry Pie Filling, Eggs, Almond Extract, Sugar, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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