Description
Indulge in the sweet and unique flavor combination of Cherry Dr. Pepper Cake. This moist and flavorful dessert is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup Cherry Dr. Pepper soda
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries
Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons cherry juice (for glaze)
- Optional maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, Cherry Dr. Pepper soda, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and maraschino cherry juice. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Make the glaze: While the cake cools, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and cherry juice until smooth.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and top with optional maraschino cherries before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper cherry flavor, substitute black cherry soda or use cherry extract in addition to the vanilla.
- This cake pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
