Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.