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Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake

A delightful cake bursting with maraschino cherries, crowned with fluffy frosting, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups maraschino cherry juice
  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cups maraschino cherries, chopped
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
  • 2 tablespoons milk for frosting, if needed
Garnish
  • Whole maraschino cherries for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
Making the Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs one by one, mixing in the vanilla and maraschino cherry juice.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries gently.
  5. Divide the batter equally between the two prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Frosting
  1. Beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the cherry juice and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. If needed, add milk for moisture.
Assembly
  1. Spread frosting over the first cake layer, place the second layer on top, and cover the whole cake with frosting.
  2. Garnish with whole maraschino cherries.

Notes

Patience is key while cooling the cake for the perfect texture. For an extra flavor boost, add almond extract or sprinkle some chopped nuts in the batter.