Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of German Cherry Cake, a delectable dessert that beautifully balances creamy custard with the tartness of cherries, all enveloped in a buttery pie crust. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet evenings at home. With its rich textures and vibrant colors, it’s sure to be the star of your dessert table. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also versatile enough to be enjoyed warm or chilled, with various toppings like whipped cream or ice cream to elevate your experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pre-made pie crust in a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherries with half of the sugar and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and mix in milk, heavy cream, remaining sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- Pour cherry mixture into the crust followed by the custard mixture.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until set and lightly golden.
- Cool before slicing; serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg