To prepare a delicious cherry cake, the first essential step is to deal with the egg and sugar mixture. In a generous bowl, we mix the eggs with the sugar at medium speed for at least five minutes. This stage is crucial for achieving a fluffy and airy texture, which will make the cake rise beautifully in the oven. Once the mixture becomes light in color and has a creamy consistency, we can gradually add the milk and oil. It is important to add these ingredients gradually to avoid destroying the aeration obtained earlier.
After incorporating the milk and oil, we come with a mixture of flour and baking powder, which we will add spoon by spoon. This will help prevent lumps from forming and ensure an even distribution of the leavening agent. Once the flour is completely integrated into the mixture, we add the vanilla essence, grated lemon zest, and lemon juice. These ingredients will not only add flavor but also a fresh note, perfect for highlighting the taste of the cherries.
A special moment is when we add the chocolate, cut into small pieces. It will melt slightly in the oven and create a delicious contrast with the sour cherries. After carefully mixing the chocolate into the batter, we prepare to pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Make sure the pan is lined with parchment paper to prevent the cake from sticking and to facilitate cooling and cutting.
After pouring the batter, we come with the cherries, which we place evenly on top of the mixture, being careful not to press them down, in order to keep their shape and juiciness. With the oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius, we place the pan inside and let the cake bake for 35-40 minutes. It is important not to open the oven door in the first 25 minutes to prevent a sudden drop in temperature, which could affect the final texture.
When the time is up and the cake has risen beautifully, we take it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, we can transfer it to a rack to cool completely. Once cooled, we cut the cake into portions, as preferred, and we can serve it plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a perfect dessert. Enjoy every bite of this fluffy cake, with its inviting flavors of chocolate and cherries!
After incorporating the milk and oil, we come with a mixture of flour and baking powder, which we will add spoon by spoon. This will help prevent lumps from forming and ensure an even distribution of the leavening agent. Once the flour is completely integrated into the mixture, we add the vanilla essence, grated lemon zest, and lemon juice. These ingredients will not only add flavor but also a fresh note, perfect for highlighting the taste of the cherries.
A special moment is when we add the chocolate, cut into small pieces. It will melt slightly in the oven and create a delicious contrast with the sour cherries. After carefully mixing the chocolate into the batter, we prepare to pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Make sure the pan is lined with parchment paper to prevent the cake from sticking and to facilitate cooling and cutting.
After pouring the batter, we come with the cherries, which we place evenly on top of the mixture, being careful not to press them down, in order to keep their shape and juiciness. With the oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius, we place the pan inside and let the cake bake for 35-40 minutes. It is important not to open the oven door in the first 25 minutes to prevent a sudden drop in temperature, which could affect the final texture.
When the time is up and the cake has risen beautifully, we take it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, we can transfer it to a rack to cool completely. Once cooled, we cut the cake into portions, as preferred, and we can serve it plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a perfect dessert. Enjoy every bite of this fluffy cake, with its inviting flavors of chocolate and cherries!
Ingredients
400 g sour cherries, 5 eggs, 300 g sugar, 150 ml oil, 120 ml milk, 1 packet baking powder, 450 g flour, 1 vanilla essence, zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 milk chocolate, diced.