Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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21 oz cherry pie filling
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 box chocolate cake mix
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup water
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Pour the melted butter into the bottom of the prepared pan and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter. Spread the cherry pie filling over the brown sugar layer.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Carefully pour the cake batter over the cherry pie filling, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Place a large serving platter over the baking pan and carefully invert the cake onto the platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Notes:
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Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.