Coconut Cherry Cake: A Tropical Delight
Coconut cherry cake is a delightful and visually appealing dessert that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of cherries with the tropical richness of coconut. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations. With its moist texture and vibrant flavor, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone. In this article, we will guide you through a simple and delicious recipe to create this stunning cake.
Ingredients
To prepare this delicious coconut cherry cake, you will need the following ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 cup of maraschino cherries, halved
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons of maraschino cherry juice
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the halved maraschino cherries.
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