Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake, a charming dessert that will transport you back to sweet memories with every bite. This soft, fluffy cake is infused with the luscious taste of maraschino cherries and adorned with a creamy frosting, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion. Whether celebrated at birthdays, holidays, or casual gatherings, this vibrant pink cake is sure to impress both visually and flavorfully. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this nostalgic treat. Serve it plain or elevate it with fresh berries or whipped cream for a truly memorable dessert experience.
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 (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)
- Whole maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by maraschino cherry juice and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternating with milk until just combined; fold in chopped cherries.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before frosting them with the cherry-flavored buttercream made from powdered sugar, butter, cherry juice, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg