Coal Miners Cake

I'm not a fan of cherries, but I do like this cake.  I love the frosting

COAL MINER'S CAKE

(serves 12)

Cake Ingredients;

*1 (15.25 ounce) box devils food cake mix

*1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

*2 large eggs

*1 teaspoon vanilla

Frosting Ingredients:

*1 cup granulated sugar

*1/2 cup butter (1 stick)

*1/4 cup evaporated milk or whole milk

*3/4 cup chocolate chips

*1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Cake Directions:

~Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

~Lightly grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish (I use a cooking spray).

~In a large mixing bowl, mix 1 (15.25 ounce) box devils food cake, 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.

~Pour into prepared pan.

~Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

~Remove and frost while hot.

Frosting Directions:

~In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, stir 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 cup whole milk or evaporated milk.

~Bring mixture to a low boil.

~Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup chocolate chips and 1/2 cup pecans until chocolate has melted.

~Pour over hot cake and spread evenly.

~Allow to cool completely and frosting to set.