Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cherry Almond Cake, a scrumptious dessert that combines the nutty essence of almond with the tart sweetness of cherries. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to casual afternoon gatherings with coffee. Topped with a creamy cherry-infused buttercream frosting, it not only tastes heavenly but also boasts an eye-catching presentation. With its light and fluffy texture, Cherry Almond Cake is sure to impress your guests and become a beloved recipe in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/4 cups butter for frosting
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch cake pans with non-stick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and creamy.
- Mix in softened butter and almond extract until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients while mixing on low speed until just blended.
- Stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 23–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg