Best 2 Maraschino Cherry Pound Cake Recipes

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Searching for the perfect maraschino cherry pound cake recipe? Look no further! This classic dessert is beloved by many for its moist and flavorful taste, and the vibrant red cherries add a touch of sweetness and beauty. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe that uses ingredients you already have or a more complex one that will impress your friends and family, we have gathered the best recipes for a delicious maraschino cherry pound cake that will fulfill your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MARASCHINO CHERRY POUND CAKE BY ROSE



Maraschino Cherry Pound Cake by Rose image

Light and easy cake with the yummy flavor of Marachino Cherries cut in half. Enjoy

Provided by Rose Rauhauser

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c flour
3 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 c butter softened
1 pkg 8 oz. cream cheese softened
1 1/2 c sugar
4 extra large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
1 cup of maraschino cherries drained and halved
1/4 c flour

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat ovend to 325 grease and flour an 8 inch tube pan or I use a star shaped pan. Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt set aside. Drain your jar of maraschino cherries, blot off excess juice and cut the cherries in half, set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the extracts. Beat in the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Dredge cherries in the 1/4 cup of flour then fold them into the batter. Spread into the prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 80 minutes and test. Let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes, turn out on wire rack and cool completely. I powder sugar mine.

MARASCHINO CHERRY POUND CAKE



Maraschino Cherry Pound Cake image

A wonderful pound cake full of maraschino cherries and a creamy cherry and cream cheese icing.

Provided by Debbie Crawford

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups shortening
6 eggs
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon butternut flavored extract
3 cups white sugar
3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup milk
¾ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
3 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
¼ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
½ cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and the white sugar together until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Add the flavoring.
  • In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder together. Add these dry ingredients alternating with the milk to the creamed mixture. Stir 3/4 cup chopped cherries into the batter.
  • Pour batter into a greased tube pan, and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 1/2 hours.
  • To Make the Frosting: Cream together the cream cheese and the butter in a small mixing bowl. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar. Stir in the 1/4 cup cherries and coconut. Frost cake when cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.4 calories, Carbohydrate 94 g, Cholesterol 96.2 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 102.7 mg, Sugar 62.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a more flavorful and delicious pound cake. This means using real butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, and fresh maraschino cherries.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender cake.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing: This will help to prevent the glaze from running off the cake.

Conclusion:

Maraschino cherry pound cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and has a beautiful red and green appearance. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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