Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Triple Chocolate Cherry Cake is an ultra-decadent dessert packed with rich chocolate flavor and bursts of juicy cherries. Featuring moist chocolate cake, melty chocolate chips, and a glossy chocolate glaze, it’s a show-stopping treat perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any time you’re craving something truly indulgent.

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

devil’s food cake mix (or chocolate cake mix)
eggs
sour cream
vegetable oil
milk or water
vanilla extract
cherry pie filling
semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
optional: almond extract

For the glaze:
semi-sweet chocolate
heavy cream
butter
optional: maraschino cherries or fresh cherries for garnish

directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or 9×13-inch pan.

In a large bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, sour cream, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Fold in cherry pie filling and chocolate chips.

Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 40–45 minutes (bundt) or 30–35 minutes (9×13), or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Make the glaze:
Heat cream in a saucepan or microwave until steaming.
Add chocolate and butter, let sit for 1–2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.

Drizzle glaze over cooled cake. Top with extra cherries if desired.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields 12–16 servings.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 40–45 minutes
Cooling + glazing time: 30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Variations

Add a splash of cherry liqueur for a boozy twist.
Use white chocolate chips for contrast.
Stir in chopped maraschino cherries for extra texture.
Top with whipped cream or serve with vanilla ice cream.
Use mini bundt pans or cupcake tins for individual servings.

storage/reheating

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for 5 days.
Freeze slices individually wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw and serve at room temp.

FAQs

Can I use fresh cherries?
Yes—pitted and chopped fresh or frozen cherries can be used, though the texture will be slightly different.

Do I need to make the glaze?
It’s optional but adds richness—dust with powdered sugar as an easy alternative.

Can I use yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes, plain Greek yogurt works as a great substitute.

Is this cake super sweet?
It’s rich but balanced by the tartness of the cherries—reduce chocolate chips for less sweetness.

Can I make this in advance?
Absolutely—it’s even better the next day once the flavors meld.

Conclusion

Triple Chocolate Cherry Cake is a stunning, crowd-pleasing dessert with layers of intense chocolate flavor and sweet cherry goodness in every bite. Easy to make yet elegant enough to impress, it’s a must-try recipe for chocolate lovers and cherry fans alike.