Chocolate Cherry Christmas Cake
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate and tart cherries, perfect for holiday celebrations and gatherings.
Ingrédients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour mix.
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened Can substitute with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- 4 large eggs Can replace with flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan option.
- 1 cup buttermilk Can use almond milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped Fresh or frozen cherries can be used.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients in one place.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and buttermilk, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For a unique flavor, add a splash of almond extract. Trying soaking the cherries in cherry liqueur before adding them for extra flavor.