Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake Recipe

Transform leftover cranberry compote (or any jam!) into a decadent, moist chocolate bundt cake! This recipe combines the tartness of the compote with rich chocolate for a truly unforgettable dessert. Perfectly moist and intensely chocolaty, this easy recipe is perfect for using up those extra jars of homemade jam. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 167 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake

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How to Make Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-10 cup bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ¾ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar to the dry ingredients.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup milk, and ½ cup applesauce.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup cranberry compote (or your favorite jam).
  7. Gradually add 1 cup boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed for about 1 minute until just combined.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

3g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake?

Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake?

Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake has approximately 167 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake?

The key ingredients for Leftover Chocolate Jam Cake are Sugar, Flour, Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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