Cherry cake

Cherry Cake - a quick and delicious dessert

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 8

If you are looking for a simple yet impressive recipe, cherry cake is the perfect choice. With a fluffy texture and an intense cherry flavor, this dessert will bring a touch of joy to any day. Here’s how to prepare this delight step by step.

Ingredients:

- 4 large eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 100 g soft butter (at room temperature)
- 200 g sour cream (preferably with a fat content of 20%)
- Juice and zest of one lemon
- 250 g flour
- 1 packet (10 g) baking powder
- 300 g cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
- A pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Preparing the mixture: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes creamy and lightens in color. This step is essential for achieving a fluffy cake.

2. Adding wet ingredients: Add the soft butter, sour cream, lemon juice, and zest. Continue mixing until well combined, ensuring the butter is fully incorporated. The butter will add rich flavor and a velvety texture.

3. Incorporating dry ingredients: In another bowl, sift the flour together with the baking powder and a pinch of salt. This will help avoid lumps. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, gently mixing with a spatula or whisk until no traces of flour remain. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cake dense.

4. Adding cherries: Fold the cherries into the batter, being careful to distribute them evenly. If using frozen cherries, there is no need to thaw them beforehand; they will add moisture and fantastic flavor.

5. Baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking pan (approximately 20x30 cm) with butter and sprinkle a little flour or use parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan and level the surface. Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cooling and serving: Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. You can dust it with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant look.

Serving suggestions: This cherry cake is delicious and simple, but you can accompany it with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a wonderful contrast of textures and flavors. You can also add a hint of vanilla to the batter for extra flavor.

Possible variations: If you want to experiment, replace the cherries with other seasonal fruits, such as cherries or peaches. You can also add nuts or almonds for a pleasant crunch.

This cherry cake is not only an excellent choice for everyday dessert but also a perfect dish for special occasions. Whether you serve it at a holiday meal or simply to treat yourself, you will love every bite!

 Ingredients: 4 eggs, 1 1/3 cups of sugar, 200 g of soft butter, 200 g of sour cream, juice from one lemon + grated zest, 350 g of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, cherries