Cherry Chocolate Cake

By Addie

A cake mix and canned frosting make it easy to serve this dessert, even on busy weeknights. It has a hint of almond that complements the cherries and nuts.—LaJune P. Holton, Sterling, Michigan

Ingredients

• 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
• 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, sour cream, eggs and extract. Stir in pie filling. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan.


Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Frost with chocolate frosting. Sprinkle with nuts if desired.
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REVIEW:

It's hard to believe that such an awesome cake is so easy to make! I whip this up when I want something sweet but am pressed for time.