This Cherry Dr Pepper Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the unique taste of Dr Pepper with cherries. It’s topped with a delicious cherry glaze, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 🥤 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 🍰 1 cup Dr Pepper
- 🥛 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🍒 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped (reserve the juice)
- 🥄 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cherry Glaze:
- 🍒 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 🍒 3-4 tablespoons reserved maraschino cherry juice
📝 Directions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, Dr Pepper, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and vanilla extract.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the Cherry Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and reserved maraschino cherry juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more cherry juice if needed.
- Glaze the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, pour the cherry glaze over the top, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Serve:
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving your delicious Cherry Dr Pepper Cake.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 300 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a teaspoon of almond extract to the cake batter.
- Garnish the cake with extra maraschino cherries on top if desired.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.