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Cherry Blossom Dream Cake

A delightful cake infused with cherry flavor, topped with whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
  • Fresh cherries (for garnish, optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
  5. Gently fold in the cherry pie filling.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat the whipped cream until soft peaks form. Optionally, add cherry liqueur.
  9. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cooled cake. Garnish with fresh cherries if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalProtein: 3gSodium: 150mg

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