Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood celebrations with this Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake! This delightful dessert features a soft, fluffy texture and a vibrant pink hue, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering—from birthday parties to family reunions. Each slice bursts with sweet maraschino cherries, inviting everyone to ask for seconds. Baking this cake fills your kitchen with warmth and joy, creating new memories while savoring an old favorite. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, this cake will surely impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices 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 (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 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 alternating 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 a wire rack to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in cherry juice until smooth.
- Frost cooled cakes generously and garnish with whole maraschino cherries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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