Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, 1 1/4 cups water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well blended.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• While the cake is baking, dissolve the cherry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water.
• Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and poke holes all over the top with a fork.
• Slowly pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
• Let the cake cool completely, then spread the cherry pie filling over the top.
• Finish by spreading the whipped topping over the cherry layer. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.