Preparation Steps

• Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a Bundt pan thoroughly to ensure the cake releases easily. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth mixture.
• Slowly combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just blended. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Gently fold in the cherry pie filling to the batter, creating a nice marbled effect without fully incorporating it.
• Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Once cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar and top with chocolate shavings. Slice it up and enjoy a piece of this charming dessert, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home!