Cherry Cake Apparently For Two Recipe

Whip up these delightful mini cherry cakes perfect for two! This recipe, adapted from a cooking-for-two cookbook, yields two moist and delicious mini loaves, ideal for unexpected guests or a cozy treat. Easily freezable for future enjoyment. Get ready for rave reviews – they're incredibly easy to make!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 278.7 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Cherry Cake Apparently For Two

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How to Make Cherry Cake Apparently For Two

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two mini loaf pans (approximately 5x3 inches).
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or substitute with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour for a heartier flavor), 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 cup (30g) finely ground almonds.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, followed by 1 cup (140g) pitted fresh or frozen cherries.
  7. Divide batter evenly between the prepared mini loaf pans.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

35g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Cake Apparently For Two?

Cherry Cake Apparently For Two takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Cake Apparently For Two?

Cherry Cake Apparently For Two has approximately 278.7 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Cake Apparently For Two?

The key ingredients for Cherry Cake Apparently For Two are Butter, White Sugar, Eggs, Almond Extract, Flour, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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