BLACK FOREST CAKE


1 box Devil's food cake mix
1 21 oz. can cherry pie filling
1 Tbsp. almond extract (can use imitation)
1 5.1 oz. box instant vanilla pudding
2 Tbsp. vanilla extract (can use imitation)
1 8 oz. container whipped topping
maraschino cherries and chocolate sprinkles, optional


Bake cake according to manufacturer's directions in a 9x13x2 inch pan. Leave in pan. In a medium-size bowl, mix the pie filling and the almond extract. While the cake is still warm, poke the top with a fork, and spread the cherry filling mixture over the cake surface. Let the cake cool. While the cake is cooling, prepare the pudding according to manufacturer's directions, adding the extra vanilla extract. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread the pudding mixture over the cake, covering all of the cherry layer. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

May top with maraschino cherries and chocolate sprinkles, if desired.