Some desserts are so indulgent, so mouthwateringly rich and satisfying, that you wonder how anyone could have come up with such a brilliant idea. This dessert is one of those unforgettable creations—a masterpiece of texture and flavor that combines soft cake, gooey cherry jam, creamy condensed milk, and rich chocolate in every bite. Whoever invented it truly deserves a medal.
The magic begins with a rich, homemade batter. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 egg with 1 cup of refined sugar (240ml) until creamy. Add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter (softened) and continue mixing until smooth. Stir in 1½ cups of wheat flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence to enhance the aroma and flavor. Fold in 1 cup of milk chocolate chips for bursts of melty chocolate throughout. This mixture will become the base of your dessert.
Next, spread the batter evenly into a greased baking dish. On top of that, add generous spoonfuls of cherry jam—about 500g—spreading it out so that it covers the batter in a rich layer of fruity sweetness.
Then, pour over a full can (395g) of condensed milk. This layer seeps into the cake as it bakes, creating an ultra-moist, gooey texture that takes the dessert over the top.
Now for the topping: mix 450g of vanilla-flavored cake mix with 200g of melted unsalted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dish, covering the cherry and condensed milk layers. Finally, top everything with 250g of milk chocolate chips for one last chocolatey touch.
Bake the dessert in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp and the edges are bubbling with sweet jam and chocolate.
The result? A layered dessert that is part cake, part cobbler, and entirely irresistible. The bottom layer is soft and tender with flecks of melted chocolate, the cherry and condensed milk create a sticky, luxurious center, and the crumb topping adds a buttery, crunchy contrast.
Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and you’ll understand why this dessert feels like a gift from the heavens. It’s perfect for special occasions, holidays, or when you just need something decadent to brighten your day.
This dish is more than just a dessert—it’s a celebration of sweetness, texture, and creative baking. Each spoonful brings a little joy, and the combination of cherry, chocolate, and buttery cake is pure genius. Truly, whoever first combined these ingredients in this way did the world a favor—and yes, they absolutely deserve a medal for it.
