Friday, August 8, 2008

Chocolate Cherry Cake

Adam's aunt Cathy shared this recipe with me. It is very special because it comes from his grandmother, Dora Laird. This cake is super moist, and the Cherry filling and almond extract add an extra kick to it. Love it!

1 package Pillsbury Fudge Cake Mix
1 can 21 oz cherry pie filling
1 t. almond extract
2 beaten eggs

Frosting:
1 C. sugar
5 Tbs. margarine
1/3 C milk
6 oz package semi-sweet Chocolate Chips

Preheat oven 350 degrees. Using solid shortening grease & flour 15 x 10 jelly roll pan. In large bowl combine 1st four ingredients stir by hand until mixed. Pour in pan and bake 20 - 30 minutes.

Frosting:
Combine 1st 3 ingredients and bring to a boil stirring constantly and boil for 1 minute. Remove & add chips and blend until smooth. Pour over partially cool cake.

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