POUND CAKE WITH CHERRY CHOCOLATE TOPPING

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Chocolate and cherries are a classic combination. Here they come together in a succulent sauce that's draped over generous slices of moist pound cake.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional
1 package (16 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed
6 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine cherries and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; add to cherries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and red food coloring if desired. Cut cake into 12 slices. For each serving, place 2 slices on an individual plate. Top with 1 tablespoon chocolate sauce and about 1/4 cup cherry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

All in one
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ziyanda Somgqeza
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This is a great recipe for a classic pound cake. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cherry chocolate topping is a delicious addition.


Brittney Nugent
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the cherry chocolate topping complements the cake.


Nicolas Del Angel Izaguirre
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


ahmi mehar
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This is my new favorite pound cake recipe. It's so easy to make and the cake always turns out perfect.


Ramithu De silva
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a hit. Everyone loved the moist texture and the delicious cherry chocolate topping.


Kiggundu Rafah
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Sontos Roy
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This is a great recipe for a classic pound cake. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cherry chocolate topping is a delicious addition.


Shulaifa Mina
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I was a bit disappointed with this cake. The texture was a bit dry and the flavor was bland.


George Finnie
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This pound cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the addition of the cherry chocolate topping.


MD Saimon HR
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I've been making this cake for years and it's always a favorite. The recipe is easy to follow and the cake always turns out perfect.


Walter Hernandez
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This is my go-to recipe for pound cake. It's always a success.


Derib Siyme
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the moist texture and the delicious cherry chocolate topping.


Rochelle skipper
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This pound cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Yusa Roka
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I thought this cake was just okay. The texture was a bit dry and the flavor was bland.


Jiggy Mwanza
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Shani Jutt
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The best pound cake I've ever had! The cake itself is moist and fluffy, and the cherry chocolate topping is rich and decadent.


Jessica Robinson
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This pound cake is easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cherries.


Zain Hanjra
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I've made this cake twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The texture is moist and flavorful, and the cherry chocolate topping is divine.


Alvis Wong
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This pound cake was a hit with my family! The cherry chocolate topping was the perfect finishing touch.