Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Cheerwine chocolate cake, a modern take on a classic favorite. This dessert combines the unique cherry notes of Cheerwine with luscious chocolate, creating a delicious treat.
Irresistible Cheerwine Chocolate Cake
If you want to make a unique dessert, look no further than this cake. This decadent treat combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the distinctive cherry taste of Cheerwine, a beloved soft drink from North Carolina. Let’s look into the details of this delicious cake and why it deserves a spot on your dessert table.
What is Cheerwine?
Cheerwine is a cherry-flavored soft drink, not a wine, with a history dating back to 1917. Known for its unique taste—both sweet and slightly tart—Cheerwine has garnered a loyal following over the years. Its distinctive flavor makes it an excellent ingredient for sipping and cooking, adding a delightful twist to traditional recipes.
A Modern Cheerwine Chocolate Cake
This recipe revitalizes the classic Cheerwine cake by transforming it into a chocolate cake topped with a rich chocolate pour-on frosting. As a result, the cake remains moist with a hint of cherry flavor, while the chocolate frosting adds a subtle cherry undertone.
Semi-Homemade Cheerwine Chocolate Cake
This semi-homemade recipe starts with a cake mix, making for a quick and effortless mixing process. But don’t let the simplicity fool you—being semi-homemade doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor.
Why Everyone Will Love It
Cheerwine Chocolate Cake is not just a feast for the eyes; it is an explosion of flavors that will please any chocolate-loving crowd. The soft, moist cake is elevated by the sweet, bubbly Cheerwine, creating a balance that’s both nostalgic and innovative. Whether for a birthday, holiday gathering, or just because, this cake will become a new favorite.
Substitute for Cheerwine
Unfortunately, there is no exact substitute for Cheerwine because of its unique taste. However, if you cannot get it for this recipe, try Canada Dry Fruit Splash Ginger Ale because it has a similar taste.
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Cheerwine Chocolate Cake
Equipment
- pound cake pan
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 boxes Duncan Hines Devil’s Food cake mix
- (2) 3.9-ounce boxes chocolate pudding (Jell-O instant pudding used)
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups Cheerwine (see note below for buying sources)
Frosting Ingredients
- ½ cup Cheerwine
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- several dark cherries (optional) (for garnish)
- a few miniature pink roses (optional) (for garnish)
Instructions
Directions for Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease a Bundt or pound cake pan with shortening and then dust with flour.
- Whisk the sour cream, oil, vanilla, eggs, and Cheerwine in a mixing bowl until combined, and then add the cake mixes and puddings. Beat for 1-2 minutes on medium speed until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (Check the cake's doneness after 50 minutes of cooking time.) Cool the cake on a wire rack.
Directions for Frosting
- Add the butter, cocoa powder, and Cheerwine to a medium saucepan and heat until boiling. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the frosting into a mixing bowl, add the powdered sugar a little at a time, and beat until combined and smooth. Pour over the cake immediately.
- Garnish cake with cherries and pink roses if desired.