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Cherry Cake, 1St Prize Winner

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This award-winning cherry cake is a timeless dessert that delivers moist, tender crumb and rich flavor. The combination of bright red candied cherries and crunchy slivered almonds creates a delightful texture contrast in every bite. Infused with vanilla and almond extracts, the cake offers a complex, aromatic sweetness that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. It is an excellent choice for holiday gatherings, family celebrations, or simply when you crave a comforting homemade treat. The recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a sophisticated result that looks impressive on any dessert table. Allow it to rest for a day or two to let the flavors meld and deepen.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 1399.5
Description
This award-winning cherry cake is a timeless dessert that delivers moist, tender crumb and rich flavor. The combination of bright red candied cherries and crunchy slivered almonds creates a delightful texture contrast in every bite. Infused with vanilla and almond extracts, the cake offers a complex, aromatic sweetness that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. It is an excellent choice for holiday gatherings, family celebrations, or simply when you crave a comforting homemade treat. The recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a sophisticated result that looks impressive on any dessert table. Allow it to rest for a day or two to let the flavors meld and deepen.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Red,candied cherries
  • 1/2 cup Slivered almonds
  • 2 cup Flour or cake flour
  • 2 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 cup Softened butter or margarine
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Almond extract
  • 4 ea Eggs
  • 1/3 cup Milk
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 300&# 194;°F (150ðC).
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, toss the candied cherries and slivered almonds with 1/2 cup of the flour until well coated. Set aside.
  3. 3
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  6. 6
    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
  7. 7
    Alternately add the dry flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix gently until just combined.
  8. 8
    Fold in the reserved flour-coated cherries and almonds until evenly distributed.
  9. 9
    Generously grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt pan. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
  10. 10
    Bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake is firm to the touch.
  11. 11
    Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  12. 12
    Invert the cake onto the rack to cool completely.
  13. 13
    For best flavor, wrap the cooled cake in foil and refrigerate for a day or two before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1399.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 68.8g106%
Saturated Fat 17.9g90%
Cholesterol 373.4mg125%
Sodium 6673.1mg279%
Total Carbohydrate 169.3g57%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g25%
Sugars 63.8g
Protein 30.0g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cherry, cake, bundt, dessert, almonds, baking, vanilla, almond extract, sweet, holiday, celebration, moist, tender, homemade, comfort food, tea time, brunch
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