This cherry cake recipe is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of cherries with a hint of almond flavor in a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any gathering or just a sweet indulgence at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup pitted and halved cherries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in almond extract.
- Gradually add flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in cherries and pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
