CHOCOLATE CHERRY ANGEL CAKE

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A cake mix keeps this dessert simple, but cherries and a rich chocolate glaze make it extraordinary. Friends and family will think you spent hours preparing this pretty cake.-Debra Hartze, Zeeland, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
1/3 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries, well drained
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, grated
GLAZE:
2 tablespoons butter
1 ounce semisweet chocolate
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3 to 5 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice
Maraschino cherries and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Fold cherries and chocolate into batter., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. , In a small saucepan, combine the butter, chocolate and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted. Stir in confectioners' sugar and cherry juice until glaze reaches desired consistency. Drizzle over cooled cake. Garnish with cherries and mint if desired.

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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Bella Love
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she was so excited. She said it was the best cake she had ever eaten.


Jay mission
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!


Francis Asekhame Oshianor
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I love that this cake doesn't require any special ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make it.


Laroshelle Daniell
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


cody squires
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes! Everyone loved it.


Mayamba Wikilifu
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect cake to serve with a cup of coffee or tea.


Nsubuga Tonny
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I love the combination of chocolate and cherry in this cake. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


PhDBuNaas cryptoDreamed
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times for different occasions and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Asphile Madondo
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he had ever eaten.


Alex Hunter
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This cake was a hit at my party! It was so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate and cherry flavors were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.