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a spoon of chocolate cherry dump cake in a jar on a table.

Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake in a Jar

Author: Sheila Thigpen
Flavor smash up! Chocolate cake meets cherry pie in these individual desserts in a jar that are fun to eat and equally delicious!
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Cakes
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 204 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 21-oz. can cherry pie filling
  • 1 1/2 cups dry chocolate cake mix 1/2 box
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small cubes

Instructions
 

  • Place 12 clean regular-mouth 4-ounce jars in a metal cake pan or on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Carefully spoon cherry pie filling into the bottom of each jar, trying not to touch the sides, about 2 tablespoons in each.
  • Add 2 1/2 tablespoons of dry cake mix on top of the cherry pie filling. If needed, shake gently to evenly distribute.
  • Next, add a teaspoon of chocolate chips on top of the cake mix.
  • Cut the butter into small cubes and sprinkle on top.
  • Place the dump cakes in the oven and set it to 350 degrees. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until set on top.
  • Serve topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

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Notes

  • The amount of time for ovens to preheat varies, so total baking may take require more or less time.
  • To store or transport chocolate cherry dump cakes, allow them to cool completely before covering the jars with lids and bands.
  • Store tightly covered at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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