Black Forest Cherry Cake

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Black Forest Cherry Cake
55 min.
12
274kcal

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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of a classic dessert with a delightful twist—our Dairy-Free Black Forest Cherry Cake! This scrumptious treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With its moist chocolate layers and luscious cherry filling, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this recipe truly special is its dairy-free nature, allowing everyone to enjoy a slice without worry. The combination of almond extract and cherry pie filling adds a unique depth of flavor that elevates this cake beyond the ordinary. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, taking just 55 minutes from start to finish, making it a fantastic option for both novice and experienced bakers alike.

Each slice is a delightful balance of sweetness and richness, with a light and fluffy whipped topping that complements the chocolate and cherry layers perfectly. With only 274 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a show-stopping dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon almond extract 
  • box duncan hines devil's food cake betty crocker® supermoist®
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling canned
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • 1.8 cups water 
  • oz non-dairy whipped topping frozen thawed reduced-fat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray. Line with foil, extending foil over short sides of pan; grease foil. In large bowl, beat cake mix, flour, water and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until moistened, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat on high speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  2. Spread batter evenly in pan.
  3. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cake springs back when touched lightly in center.
  4. Remove cake from pan by lifting foil; place on wire rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix pie filling and 1/2 teaspoon of the almond extract.
  6. Cut cooled cake in half crosswise to make 2 (10x7-inch) layers; remove foil.
  7. Place 1 cake layer on serving platter or tray; spread pie filling mixture over top. Top with remaining cake layer.
  8. Stir remaining 1/4 teaspoon almond extract into whipped topping.
  9. Spread mixture over sides and top of cake.
  10. Serve immediately, or loosely cover and refrigerate until serving time. If desired, garnish each serving with maraschino or candied cherry and chocolate curls. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories274kcal
Protein6.2%
Fat29.21%
Carbs64.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.25
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5739130300024%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.47kcal
13.72%
Fat:9.19g
14.13%
Saturated Fat:3.67g
22.91%
Carbohydrates:45.7g
15.23%
Net Carbohydrates:44.5g
16.18%
Sugar:18.32g
20.36%
Cholesterol:41.3mg
13.77%
Sodium:336.93mg
14.65%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Caffeine:3.96mg
1.32%
Protein:4.39g
8.78%
Phosphorus:141.77mg
14.18%
Selenium:8.92µg
12.74%
Iron:2.01mg
11.16%
Copper:0.2mg
10.05%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.19%
Folate:32.33µg
8.08%
Calcium:80.29mg
8.03%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.11%
Magnesium:23.69mg
5.92%
Potassium:206.87mg
5.91%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.37%
Fiber:1.2g
4.78%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.07%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.74%
Vitamin A:176.17IU
3.52%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.24%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.77%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.54%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.26%
Vitamin C:1.79mg
2.16%
Vitamin K:2.01µg
1.91%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%