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Cherry Almond Cake

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A delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of cherries with the rich, nutty flavor of almond, topped with pink almond-buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
  • Pink almond-buttercream frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Stir in the almond extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool before frosting with the pink almond-buttercream.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Consider using fresh cherries or other fruit variations.

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