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cherry chocolate dump cake
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Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake

This cherry chocolate dump cake is exactly the kind of dessert I make when I don’t feel like baking but still want something warm and satisfying.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 462kcal
Author: Geraldine Julie

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Optional for serving:

  • whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  • Spread cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. *halves and pitted cherry if using fresh.
  • Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix evenly over the cherries. Do not mix.
  • Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips on top for extra richness.
  • Bake for 40 - 45 minutes until the top is set and slightly crisp with bubbling cherry filling underneath.
  • Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

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Notes

Taste & Texture

Warm, jammy cherry filling with a soft chocolate cake layer and buttery crisp edges.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Warm before serving for the best texture.

Cooking Time and Temperature

I bake this at 350°F (175°C) for about 40–45 minutes. I usually check toward the end to make sure the top is set and slightly crisp.

Serving Recommendations

I like serving this warm with vanilla ice cream. That combination always works.
If I want something lighter, I’ll just add whipped cream and keep it simple.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

  • Cherry: Can be substituted to cherry pie filling - 2 canned
  • Chocolate cake mix: Devil’s food cake mix works great for deeper flavor.
  • Butter: Must cover the cake mix for proper baking.
  • Chocolate chips: Optional but add extra richness.

Proper Storage Tips

  • Let it cool slightly before storing.
  • Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Reheat before serving so it softens again.

Pro Tips

  • Make sure the butter covers the cake mix evenly.
  • Don’t mix the layers.
  • Let it rest before serving so the texture settles.

Nutrition

Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 3mg