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Fresh Cherry Loaf Cake

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This Fresh Cherry Loaf Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that showcases the natural sweetness and tartness of fresh cherries, complemented by a touch of lemon zest and juice for added brightness. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup buttermilk

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined after each addition.
  6. Gently fold in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and the halved cherries. Be careful not to overmix to avoid breaking up the cherries too much.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • For longer storage, freeze the loaf cake for up to 3 months.
  • If using frozen cherries, thaw them and drain any excess liquid before adding to the batter.
  • For a gluten-free version, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • To prevent cherries from sinking, toss them in a little flour before folding them into the batter.

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