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Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake

Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake
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Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of our Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake! With its soft, tender crumb and charming pink hue, this cake captures the essence of cherished family celebrations. Each slice is infused with the sweet flavor of maraschino cherries, making it a perfect centerpiece for birthdays, cozy gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a touch of sweetness. This easy-to-make cake not only looks stunning with its creamy frosting and cherry garnish but also tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Whether served as dessert after dinner or enjoyed during afternoon tea, this cake is sure to impress and bring smiles all around.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup maraschino cherry juice
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then blend in vanilla extract and maraschino cherry juice.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped cherries gently into the batter.
  7. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar; blend in cherry juice and vanilla extract.

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