Cherry Dr. Pepper Cake

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS RECIPE :

– Chocolate cake mix: 1 box (I use only the dry mix)

– Dr. Pepper Cherry Soda: 1 1/2 cup

– Maraschino cherries with no stem : 1 jar ( I always remove 24 cherries from the jar and set aside)

– Unsalted sweet cream butter: 1 cup (softened)

– Powdered sugar: 3 cups + 2 more cups if needed

– chocolate shavings: 1 container, if desired (Found at Hobby Lobby)