Description
Cherry Cake Squares are a sweet and tangy dessert that brings the delightful taste of fresh cherries into a fluffy vanilla cake. Ideal for summer picnics, birthday parties, or cozy afternoons with coffee, these squares are easy to make and will surely impress your family and friends. Dive into nostalgia with each bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh Bing cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in the halved cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow cooling before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For variations, try using blueberries or raspberries instead of cherries.- Add a splash of almond extract for extra flavor.- Serve with whipped cream or chocolate sauce for an elevated dessert.