Description
Cherry Almond Cake is a delightful dessert that beautifully marries the rich flavors of almond and sweet cherries. This light and fluffy cake, adorned with maraschino cherry buttercream frosting, is perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to holiday gatherings. Its unique flavor profile and stunning presentation will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy recipe ensures a delicious outcome every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 4 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- Maraschino cherries for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans with non-stick spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Add softened butter and almond extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just blended.
- Stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 23–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool on a wire rack before frosting with cherry buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg