CHERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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"As a home ec teacher, I used this recipe to demonstrate simple cake and sauce making. The kids loved it-just as my family always has." -Dorothy Erickson, Blue Eye, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
CAKE:
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup fat-free milk
SAUCE:
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
5 to 8 drops food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Drain cherries, reserving liquid in a 1-cup measuring cup. Add enough water to measure 1 cup; set aside for sauce., In a small saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9-in. round baking pan coated with cooking spray., For cake, in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Spread over cherry mixture., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate., For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add reserved cherry juice mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in food coloring if desired. Serve with warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Asmii Khoso
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This recipe sounds easy to follow. I think I'll give it a try this weekend.


Wilson “Akangachepe” Mtonga JR
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


fatima dawood
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This recipe is a must-try for any cherry lover!


Kathey Cadalzo
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this cake was a disaster.


Steven Brito
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The cherries sank to the bottom of the pan.


Trick And Trick BD
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The cake was dry and crumbly.


PATHAN GAMING 47
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Tasneem Kausar
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Not a fan of cherry upside-down cake, but this recipe was pretty good.


Henry Aitham1
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Easy to make and turned out great!


Alok
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Delicious!


Madina Safianu
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was so moist and flavorful. The cherries were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Kekeletso Veronica
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This cake was a disaster! The cherries sank to the bottom of the pan and the cake was dry and crumbly. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Ebitibo Ojogo
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I'm not a huge fan of cherry upside-down cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the cherries were perfectly tart and sweet. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nicholas Vialpando
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. It's a good recipe for a simple dessert that's sure to please a crowd.


Nayme Islam
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This is my new favorite cherry upside-down cake recipe! It's so moist and flavorful. The cherries are perfectly tart and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Arinitwe Andrew
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This cake was easy to make and turned out delicious. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I substituted fresh cherries for the canned ones and it was still great.


martin smillie
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I've made this upside-down cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe but the results are impressive. The cake is moist and flavorful and the cherries add a nice pop of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ella V
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This cherry upside-down cake was a hit at my family gathering! The sweet and tangy cherries complemented the moist and fluffy cake perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again soon.