Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake
Indulge in the delightful Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake, a charming dessert that takes you back to joyful family gatherings and special celebrations. This cake features a soft, fluffy texture complemented by the sweet burst of maraschino cherries, making it an ideal treat for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy weeknight desserts. The lovely pink hue not only makes it visually stunning but also brings a nostalgic flavor profile that’s loved by all ages. With straightforward steps and easily accessible ingredients, making this cake is a breeze. Gather your loved ones around for a slice of sweetness and create new memories with every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)
- Whole maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and cherry juice.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fold in chopped cherries gently.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting by beating softened butter and gradually adding powdered sugar until smooth; mix in cherry juice and vanilla extract.
- Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and covering the top; garnish with whole cherries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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