Description
A delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with the sweetness of cherries and a fizzy twist from Dr Pepper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup Dr Pepper
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons Dr Pepper
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
- Additional maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix, Dr Pepper, vegetable oil, and eggs on medium speed until well blended. Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of Dr Pepper and the vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Place one cake layer on a serving dish and spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Add the second cake layer and cover the top and sides with the remaining frosting.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and reserved maraschino cherries. Enjoy!
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Serve at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, cherry cake, dessert, birthday cake, Dr Pepper cake