Chocolate Cherry Dr Pepper Cake

Ingredients:

– 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix

– 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

– 1 cup Dr Pepper

– 2 large eggs

– 1/2 cup vegetable oil

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Oven:

– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

– Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.

2. Prepare the Batter:

– In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, cherry pie filling, Dr Pepper, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

– Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until all ingredients are well combined, then increase to medium speed and beat for an additional 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and creamy.

3. Bake the Cake:

– Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

– Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

– Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

– Once the cake has cooled, cut it into squares.

– Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.