Go Back
+ servings
Simple Cherry Cake

Simple Cherry Cake

This Simple Cherry Cake is a delightful dessert that showcases the sweet-tartness of fresh cherries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 cups milk

Equipment

  • round cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
  2. Wash and pit the cherries, slicing them in half if desired.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  5. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet mixture alternating with milk until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in cherries, pour batter into prepared pan, and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 5gFat: 10g

Notes

This cake is versatile; feel free to substitute cherries with other fruits like blueberries or peaches. Adding almond extract or nuts can enhance the flavor.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!