Get ready to experience a dessert that's so ridiculously easy and delicious, you'll wonder why you haven't been making it your entire life! This Easy Cherry Snack Cake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and less than an hour of your time, you'll create a mouthwatering treat that looks like it came straight from a bakery display. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is guaranteed to become your new go-to dessert for every occasion!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer or whisk to blend ingredients until smooth and well incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom using a spatula.
- Spoon the entire can of cherry pie filling over the first layer of cake batter, distributing the cherries and filling as evenly as possible.
- Carefully pour the remaining cake batter over the cherry pie filling layer, using a spatula to gently spread and cover the cherries completely.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Once cooled, dust the top generously with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve for an elegant finish.
- Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips
- For extra moisture, make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Don't overmix the batter - blend just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- Use a light-colored baking pan to ensure even baking and prevent burning.
- Check the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time, as oven temperatures can vary.
- For a more decadent version, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- If you want a more pronounced cherry flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract to the batter.
- Let the cake cool completely before cutting for cleaner, more precise slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain the cake's moisture and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 45mg
