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Cherry Chip Cake

Indulgent Cherry Chip Cake: A Sweet Slice of Joy

This Cherry Chip Cake is a delightful dessert that invokes nostalgia and pleases any crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: birthday cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 15.25 oz white cake mix A convenient base that simplifies baking without sacrificing flavor.
  • 10 oz maraschino cherries These add a burst of sweetness; reserve the juice to enhance the cake and frosting!
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted This keeps the cake moist and adds richness to each bite.
  • 3 large eggs They provide structure and help the cake rise.
  • ½ cup whole milk Makes the batter creamy and gives the cake a tender crumb.
For the Frosting
  • 2 lbs confectioners sugar Sweetens the frosting while ensuring a delightful fluffy texture.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Whips effortlessly into a creamy base for your frosting.
  • 6 tablespoons whole milk This helps achieve the perfect spreadable consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons reserved cherry juice Adds a splash of cherry flavor and a lovely hue to your frosting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cherry Chip Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing them.
  2. Drain the maraschino cherries and reserve the juice.
  3. Chop the cherries into small pieces, leaving a few whole for decoration.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, cherry juice, melted butter, eggs, and whole milk. Mix until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 22 to 28 minutes.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the frosting by beating the room-temperature butter and gradually adding sugar, milk, and cherry juice.
  9. Assemble the cake by frosting the top of one layer and stacking the second layer on top.
  10. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake, and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to cool the cakes completely before frosting. Adjust the cherry juice for a more pronounced flavor if desired.

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