Description
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake, a sweet treat that transforms any occasion into a celebration. With its soft, tender crumb and vibrant bursts of maraschino cherries, this cake captures the essence of joyful family gatherings and special moments. Perfect for birthdays, casual get-togethers, or even a cozy evening at home, this cake is easy to prepare and sure to bring smiles all around. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this charming dessert is bound to create sweet memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup maraschino cherry juice
- ½ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by cherry juice and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in chopped maraschino cherries gently into the batter.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg