🍒 Cherry Chocolate Chip Cake
Rich, moist, and bursting with juicy cherries and melty chocolate chips, this cake is a celebration in every bite. Perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or any moment that calls for indulgence.
📝 Ingredients
1½ cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries (cut in half if large)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ cups sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line with parchment.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
Flour
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl:
Beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
Add melted butter, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
4. Combine Batter
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture — don’t overmix.
Fold in cherries and chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping if desired.
5. Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
🍒 Optional Toppings
Dust with powdered sugar
Drizzle with dark chocolate ganache
Top with whipped cream and extra cherries
⏱ Time Overview
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
💡 Tips
Using frozen cherries? Toss them with 1 tbsp flour to prevent sinking.
No buttermilk? Substitute with sour cream or plain yogurt.
Storage: Stays moist for up to 3 days covered at room temperature.
💬 Final Thoughts
Whether served warm or at room temp, this Cherry Chocolate Chip Cake delivers cozy, chocolaty, fruit-forward bliss in every bite.
Slice, serve, and enjoy! 🍰✨
