Sour Cherry Cake: the rustic sweetness of tradition
Fragrant, genuine, and rich in flavor: the sour cherry cake is a timeless classic of homemade pastry, which wins over with its simplicity and fruity heart. The sour cherries, small cherries with an intensely aromatic and slightly tangy flavor, are the protagonists of this cake that evokes the countryside, snacks, and childhood memories. Wrapped in a soft Sponge Cake, the sour cherries turn into a soft and juicy filling that perfectly balances sweetness and freshness. Each piece is a dive into the authentic flavors of tradition, ideal to enjoy at breakfast or as a dessert accompanied by a scoop of custard ice cream. A simple yet bold dessert, perfect for those who love true flavors and pastry that tells stories.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Affordable
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 10/12
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer, All seasons
Ingredients for the Sour Cherry Cake:
9×9 inch pan
- 5 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 10 1/2 oz sour cherries
- 1 packet baking powder for desserts
- vanilla
- 7 oz vegetable oil
- lemon zest
Steps
The preparation of the sour cherry cake is very simple, watch the video HERE.
Beat the eggs with the sugar until you get a light and creamy mixture. Add the oil, milk,
Add a bit of lemon flavor or zest and vanilla. Add the flour a little at a time and the baking powder. Put the obtained mixture into the (9×9 inch) pan lined with parchment paper
level with a spatula. Flour the pitted sour cherries and put them on top. Also, add a bit of syrup released by the sour cherries (if any)
bake in the oven at 356°F for about 40/50 minutes.
Enjoy your meal!
Variations:
~Mixed berries: You can replace sour cherries with blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or a combination of berries for a more varied touch.
~Dried or exotic fruit: Add pieces of dried mango, shredded coconut, or apricots for a more tropical flavor.
~Bananas or apples: Pieces of ripe banana or apple, perhaps sprinkled with a bit of cinnamon, give a sweet and soft note to the dessert.
~Add some dark chocolate chips to the batter for an even more indulgent variant. Chocolate goes great with sour cherries, creating an irresistible contrast of flavors.
