Maraschino Cherry Loaf
Delight your taste buds with the soft, buttery charm of a Maraschino Cherry Loaf, a visually stunning and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. This moist loaf cake combines the delicate sweetness of chopped maraschino cherries with a hint of their vibrant juice for a burst of rich flavor in every bite. Balanced with fluffy vanilla-scented batter and infused with just the right amount of moisture from milk, this recipe ensures a perfectly tender crumb. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of prep time, this loaf bakes to golden perfection, making it a show-stopping dessert or snack. Serve it as is, or elevate it with a glossy cherry glaze for an irresistible finish. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, this maraschino cherry delight will quickly become your go-to bake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 1 cups Maraschino cherries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Maraschino cherry juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and their juice using a spatula, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If necessary, tent the loaf with foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as is, or top with a light glaze made from powdered sugar and a small amount of maraschino cherry juice for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.8 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 647 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 2360 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 464.2 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*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.
