HUNGARIAN CHERRY CAKE

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A favorite summer dessert (when cherries are in season). Popular at picnics, BBQ's and when the "girls get together for coffee".

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 10x4 inch ring cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
3/4 cup softened sweet butter (1 1/2 sticks)
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs, separated
1 cup unbleached flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 lb pitted cherries
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 -4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Butter a 10x4-inch tube pan and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  • In a medium size bowl, beat butter and 1/2 cup sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  • Add egg yolks and beat until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually beat in flour and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
  • On high speed, beat 1/4 cup sugar into whites, 2 tablespoons at a time, until they are stiff and glossy.
  • Gently fold beaten whites into batter.
  • Spread batter evenly in pan, top with cherries.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 35-40 minutes.
  • or until cake is set and toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 5 minutes, loosen sides and remove from pan.
  • Cool completely on rack, drizzle cooled cake with almond glaze.
  • ---Almond Glaze---.
  • Mix powdered sugar, almond extract and water (1 teaspoon at a time) until smooth and the consistency of a thin syrup.

Mutty420
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I'm not a big fan of cherries, but I still enjoyed this cake. It was moist and flavorful.


Jake Ninham
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This cake was a lot of work to make, but it was worth it in the end. It was absolutely delicious!


Md:shihab Ialam
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I followed the recipe exactly but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I expected.


Mina Mina
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still good.


Eniolaoluwa Odushile
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect dessert for a summer gathering.


Shyann Y, reiter
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This was a great recipe! The cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The cherries added a nice sweetness and tartness.


Naqeeb Devnia
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I loved this cake! It was so moist and flavorful. The cherries were a great touch.


Chris Cinnamond
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This cake was delicious! The cherries were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this cake again.


bablo punjabi
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I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and the cherries were sweet and tart. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Lindiwe Mazwi
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This cake was easy to make and so delicious! I used fresh cherries from my backyard, and they were perfect. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cherries added a nice tartness. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Alikhan Laghari
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I'm not usually a fan of cherry cakes, but this one was exceptional. The cake was light and fluffy, and the cherries were plump and juicy. I loved the almond flavor in the cake as well.


Aguwa Peterclever
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This Hungarian cherry cake was a delightful treat! The cake was moist and flavorful, while the cherries added a sweet and tangy burst. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


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