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Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake

Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake
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Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Vintage Maraschino Cherry Cake, a soft and fluffy dessert that brings smiles to every gathering. With its vibrant pink hue and creamy frosting, this charming cake is perfect for birthdays, family get-togethers, or simply treating yourself. Each bite is infused with the sweet flavor of maraschino cherries, making it a memorable treat for all ages. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cake is sure to be the centerpiece of your dessert table.

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, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (if needed for frosting consistency)
  • Whole maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla and cherry juice.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined; fold in chopped cherries.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes before frosting with a mixture of butter, powdered sugar, cherry juice, and vanilla.

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