Here is a simple cake that looks great and tastes great..Its a black Forest cake that we usually make for birthdays. 1 Chocolate cake mix prepare as directed for a layer cake 1 can cherry pie filling 1 container of Cool Whip Make cake and spoon cool whip and 1/2 the can of cherries in between and then top with more cool whip and the rest of the cherries. You can also grate some chocolate on top to dress it up.