Description
Delight in the luscious flavors of this Simple Cherry Cake, where juicy cherries meet a fluffy cake base. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant red accents but also a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether enjoyed at a sunny picnic or a cozy family gathering, this easy-to-make dessert captures the essence of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in cherry halves without smashing them.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg