Cherry Pie Filled Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of butter, softened
• 2 cups of sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

For the glaze (optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well until fully combined.
6. Prepare the Base: Spread 3 cups of the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
7. Add Cherry Filling: Carefully spread the cherry pie filling over the batter.
8. Top Layer: Drop the remaining batter in small clumps over the cherry filling.
9. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
10. Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.

Optional Vanilla Glaze:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Drizzle: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the vanilla glaze over the top for an added touch of sweetness.
3. Serve: Slice and serve the delicious cherry pie-filled cake, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!