Almond Cherry Cake: A Crunchy, Juicy Summer Classic
This almond cherry cake is a family favorite, combining juicy pitted cherries and nutty almond flour for a moist crumb and irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the Pan:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the base with parchment paper.
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Blend Dry Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
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Beat Butter and Sugar:
In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy—this should take about 2–3 minutes.
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Incorporate Eggs and Extracts:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
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Combine Mixtures:
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture gradually, stirring gently just until everything is blended.
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Add Cherries and Almond slices:
Carefully fold in the halved, pitted cherries and almond slices. Mix just enough to distribute them evenly without overworking the batter.
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Fill and Top:
Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and smooth out the surface. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top.
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Bake:
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Finish:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, release the springform and move the cake to a wire rack. If you like, dust with powdered sugar before serving.