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German Cherry Cake

Irresistibly Moist German Cherry Cake for Your Sweet Cravings

This German Cherry Cake combines moist butter cake with sweet cherries, making it an unforgettable dessert delight.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 250 g all-purpose flour provides structure and stability
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder helps the cake rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda enhances leavening
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 150 g granulated sugar sweetens the cake
  • 100 g unsalted butter adds richness
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses flavor
  • 240 ml buttermilk adds moisture
  • 400 g pitted cherries provides juicy sweetness
For the Streusel Topping
  • 100 g all-purpose flour gives it a crumbly texture
  • 75 g brown sugar adds caramel flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon provides spice
  • 75 g cold unsalted butter ensures crumbly texture
For the Glaze (Optional)
  • 120 g powdered sugar sweetens the glaze
  • 2-3 tablespoon milk or cherry juice for desired consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions for German Cherry Cake
  1. In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly and refrigerate.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and dust with flour.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar and softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fold in the halved, pitted cherries gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the chilled streusel topping over the batter.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
  12. For the optional glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk or cherry juice and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

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