Mini Sweet Cherry Surprise Cake Recipe

Name: Mini Sweet Cherry Surprise Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares; ½ cup canola oil; 4 large eggs; 4 large egg yolks; 1 ⅓ cups sugar; ½ cup flour, sifted; 1 cup frozen sweet cherries; ½ cup water; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons cold water; 3 drops red food coloring (optional); confectioners' sugar; mint sprig; sweet cherry juice

Servings: persons

5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
½ cup canola oil
4 large eggs
4 large egg yolks
1 ⅓ cups sugar
½ cup flour, sifted
1 cup frozen sweet cherries
½ cup water
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
3 drops red food coloring (optional)
confectioners' sugar
mint sprig
sweet cherry juice

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
For cake, cut squares of chocolate into small pieces and place in double boiler with canola oil.
3
Melt chocolate; cool.
4
Beat eggs and egg yolks with sugar until fluffy.
5
Add cooled chocolate mixture to egg mixture.
6
Add flour; beat until fluffy and glossy, about 5 minute.
7
For filling, combine sweet cherries, 1/2 cup water, sugar and food coloring in heavy saucepan; bring to boil on medium-low heat.
8
Combine cornstarch and cold water.
9
Add to cherry mixture, constantly stirring until boiling.
10
Remove from heat; set aside until completely cooled.
11
Oil and flour 3-inch muffin tin.
12
Fill each muffin tin 1/2 full with cake mixture; add 1 Tbs cherry filling to each, then add additional cake mixture to fill.
13
Bake 15-20 minutes until center is wobbly and sides are cooked.
14
Run a knife around edge of cake to loosen; tip out onto plates.
15
Garnish.

1129

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, ½ cup canola oil, 4 large eggs, 4 large egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Mini Sweet Cherry Surprise Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mini Sweet Cherry Surprise Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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