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Easy 9x13 Black Forest Cake Recipe – A Decadent Dessert
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Easy 9x13 Black Forest Cake Recipe – A Decadent Dessert

Imagine a no-fuss Black Forest cake recipe that delivers all the indulgent flavors without the extra effort. The combination of chocolate, cherries and whipped topping creates a dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or just because.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
cooling time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake mix recipe, easy dessert, holiday recipe, summer dessert, Valentine's Dessert
Servings: 12 Servings, 9 X 13 pan
Calories: 355kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

9 X 13 Cake Pan
9 X 13 Cake Pan
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Dip Bowl
Dip Bowl
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Ingredients

  • 18 Ounces Devil’s Food Cake Mix 1 box
  • 3.4 Ounces Instant Pudding Mix 1 box, chocolate or vanilla
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • ½ Cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 ¼ Cups Water
  • 21 Ounces Cherry Pie Filling 1 can
  • 3.4 Ounces Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix 1 box
  • 1 ½ Cups Milk any kind
  • 8 Ounces Whipped Topping 1 container (Cool Whip or other brand)
  • Maraschino Cherries or Fresh Cherries optional for garnish
  • Chocolate Shavings or Chocolate Chips optional for garnish

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Instructions

  • Make the Cake. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, instant pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until combined.
    18 Ounces Devil’s Food Cake Mix, 3.4 Ounces Instant Pudding Mix, 3 Large Eggs, ½ Cup Vegetable Oil, 1 ¼ Cups Water
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Once cooled, spread a layer of cherry pie filling over the top of the cake.
    21 Ounces Cherry Pie Filling
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened.
    3.4 Ounces Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix, 1 ½ Cups Milk
  • Fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
    8 Ounces Whipped Topping
  • Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the cherry layer.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, and maraschino cherries.
    Chocolate Shavings or Chocolate Chips, Maraschino Cherries or Fresh Cherries

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 514mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 1mg
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