Jelly Cherry Cake

To prepare a delicious cherry cake, we start by making the base. In a large bowl, we mix the egg whites with a pinch of salt. This step is essential for achieving an airy texture. We add grated lemon zest, which will provide a note of freshness and a pleasant aroma. We continue mixing, gradually adding sugar until the mixture becomes firm and glossy. Once we have obtained a stable foam, we add the egg yolks beaten with oil, mixing gently to avoid losing the incorporated air. Finally, we fold in the flour, sifting it to avoid lumps. We pour the mixture into a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at a moderate temperature for about 20 minutes. When the base is ready, we turn it out onto a rack and let it cool, then cut it into two equal parts.

Meanwhile, we take care of the cherries. We wash the fruits well, remove the pits, and place them in a saucepan. We add about 200 g of sugar and approximately 100 ml of water. We simmer the cherries over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. After they have softened, we strain the cherries, keeping the syrup obtained for later use.

To prepare the cream, we combine sour cream with cottage cheese, adding powdered sugar and vanilla sugar. We mix well until homogeneous. The gelatin, hydrated in 100 ml of cold water, must then be melted in a water bath and integrated into the cheese cream, stirring until it becomes perfectly smooth.

We assemble the cake in a mold the size of the bases. We place the first base, pour the cheese cream evenly, sprinkle the drained cherries, and cover with the second piece of base. Lightly soak with the cherry syrup to add moisture and flavor. Finally, we prepare a jelly from the remaining syrup, boiled together with the gelatin, which we pour over the cake. Before adding the jelly, we decorate with whole cherries, ensuring they are pitted. The cake is left to cool for 2-3 hours to firm up and allow the flavors to meld. In the end, we cut the cake into desired shapes and enjoy a refined dessert full of flavor. Enjoy your meal!