Cherry (sour cherry) cake for kids
Cherry Cake: a quick and delicious dessert for the little ones
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30-35 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 8
When it comes to desserts, cherry cake is one of the most beloved choices, especially considering how easy it is to prepare. This simple and quick recipe is perfect for bringing smiles to your children's faces, as well as adults. The juicy aroma of cherries, combined with the fluffy texture of the batter, makes this cake an unforgettable treat.
Ingredients:
- 200 g of flour
- 150 g of sugar
- 3 eggs
- 120 ml of milk
- 100 ml of oil
- 1 packet of baking powder (about 10 g)
- 300 g of cherries (fresh or canned, well drained)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla (optional, for a more aromatic taste)
- A pinch of salt
Preparation:
1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients, ensuring the cherries are well washed and, if using canned cherries, that they are well drained. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and grease a baking tray (about 20x30 cm) with a little butter or oil, then dust with flour.
2. Mixing the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt. This step will help aerate the flour, giving the cake a fluffy texture.
3. Beating the eggs: In another bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until they become frothy and fluffy. This is an essential step, as the air trapped in the mixture will help the cake rise beautifully during baking.
4. Adding the liquid ingredients: Add the milk, oil, and vanilla (if using) to the egg and sugar mixture. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous composition.
5. Combining the ingredients: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon. Avoid overmixing, as the batter may become dense.
6. Adding the cherries: Finally, add the cherries to the batter, gently mixing to avoid crushing them. They will add juice and flavor to your cake.
7. Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared tray and level the surface with a spatula. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
8. Cooling and serving: Let the cake cool in the tray for 10 minutes, then remove it to a wire rack to cool completely. You can sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top for an attractive appearance.
Serving suggestions: Cherry cake is delicious both warm and cold. You can serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with a chocolate sauce for an extra treat. If you want a fruitier version, try adding some strawberries or raspberries to the batter.
Variations: You can experiment with other seasonal fruits, such as peaches or plums, and for a nutty touch, add some chopped nuts to the batter.
This cherry cake is not only a quick dessert but also an excellent way to savor the flavors of summer. Make it together with your kids and enjoy the moments spent in the kitchen!
Cherry cake can be easily adapted with seasonal fruits, and it is very quick and easy to prepare. The egg yolks are mixed with rum essence and oil, which is added gradually. The egg whites are beaten with sugar and salt. The yolks are added and mixed vigorously. Once combined, flour is added and mixed from the bottom up. The mixture is poured into a buttered and floured baking pan. The cherries are added on top. After baking, it is allowed to cool. Tip: To prevent the cherries from sinking to the bottom without causing the cake to rise, dust the cherries with flour before placing them on top of the cake. The cherry cake is dusted with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: 5 eggs; 5 tablespoons of oil; 1 cup of sugar; 1 cup of flour; pitted cherries; 1 teaspoon of rum essence; powdered sugar; salt.
