Cherry Bake
Indulge in the simple yet irresistible charm of the Cherry Bake, a delightful dessert that pairs tender almond-infused cake with bursts of juicy cherries. This quick-to-prepare recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter with the sweet richness of ground almonds and luscious pitted cherries, making it perfect for both everyday treats and special occasions. The batter, delicately scented with vanilla, bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes, crowned with a dusting of powdered sugar for a final touch of elegance. With minimal prep time and a generous yield of 8 servings, this fruit-forward bake is ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring with a comforting cup of tea. Whether you're using fresh or canned cherries, this recipe guarantees a moist, flavorful slice every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 grams pitted cherries (fresh or canned, drained)
- 50 grams ground almonds
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20cm (8-inch) square baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or whisk.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the ground almonds over the top of the batter.
Evenly distribute the pitted cherries over the batter, pressing them lightly into the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cherry bake to cool in the dish for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Cut into squares or slices and serve. Enjoy your homemade Cherry Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.1 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.8 g | 409% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 890 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 698 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.3 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1471 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
