Maraschino Cherry Cake

Maraschino Cherry Cake recipe pinit

Maraschino cherries were originally made from marasca cherries, a sour cherry variety native to Croatia and Italy.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2560
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and cherry juice.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  9. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
  12. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
Sugars 35g
Protein 3g6%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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