Cherry cake ๐Ÿ’

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Atsuko
Cherry cake cherry
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Atsuko

Founder of @Umami Sans Frontiรจres

Gรขteau aux cerises, or cherry cake, is a classic dessert made with juicy cherries ๐Ÿ’ and seasonal fruit. The moist, tender crumb and mild sweetness make it a perfect treat for summer.

Expense

๐Ÿ’ต

Preparation

20 mins

Baking time

40 mins

Rest time

Ingredients

Cooking time: Approximately 60 minutes
Ingredients:

For 4 people

  • 200g of Cherry
  • 80g of Butter
  • 3 Eggs
  • 100g of Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of Vanilla Sugar or Vanilla Extract
  • 80g of Flour
  • 125ml of Milk
  • 1 teaspoon of Dry Yeast
  • 20g of Almond Slices (if available)
How to make it:

1/ Preparing the Cherries: Wash the cherries, remove the stems, and pit them using a straw or by cutting them in half and removing the seeds.

 

2/ Softening the Butter: Melt the butter slightly in the microwave to soften it.

3/ Whisking the Eggs and Sugar: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar until well combined.

4/ Incorporating the Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and milk while mixing to create a smooth batter.
5/ Adding Butter and Yeast: Pour in the melted butter and dry yeast, then mix again until fully incorporated.

6/ Adding the Cherries: Gently fold in the cherries.

7/ Preparing the Cake Mold: Grease a 20cm cake mold with butter (not listed in ingredients) and pour in the batter.

8/ Topping and Baking: Sprinkle sliced almonds on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 180ยฐC for 35 to 40 minutes.


9/ Cooling and Serving: Once baked, let the cake cool slightly before removing it from the mold and transferring it to a plate.

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โญ๏ธ Cherry Cake Tips: Make It Even Better!โญ๏ธ

โญ๏ธ Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

โญ๏ธ Cherry Pitting Hack: A stainless steel straw works best for removing cherry pitsโ€”plastic ones tend to be too soft.

โญ๏ธ Cake Mold Size: This recipe is perfect for a 20cm diameter cake mold.

โญ๏ธ Baking Time Tip: Oven temperatures vary, so keep an eye on your cake and adjust the baking time as needed.

โญ๏ธ Perfect Pairing: Serve with coffee or tea, or enjoy as a light dessert after a meal.

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Written byAtsuko

Founder of @Umami Sans Frontiรจres

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