Description
A delightful cherry cake that blends sweetness and tartness, creating a nostalgic dessert perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Gently fold in the pitted cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a beautiful finish, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
