Cherry Coconut Cake

Cherry Coconut Cake

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved
• Topping:
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam or glaze

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a rectangular baking pan.
2. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Mix in the vanilla extract.
   • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
3. Add Cherries: Gently fold in the halved maraschino cherries into the batter.
4. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Glaze and Topping:
   • While the cake is still warm, brush the top with apricot jam or glaze.
   • Sprinkle the desiccated coconut evenly over the top of the cake.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into squares and serve.

This cake combines the sweetness of cherries with the tropical flavor of coconut, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion!

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