Description
Experience the joy of baking with this Simple Cherry Cake, where the sweet and tart flavors of ripe cherries blend perfectly with a buttery, tender crumb. Easy to prepare, this delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy afternoon tea. With its vibrant appearance and irresistible aroma, this cake will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the flour mixture alternating with milk until just combined. Gently fold in the cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Not specified
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg