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Cherry Almond Amaretto Loaf Cake

Delicious Cherry Almond Amaretto Loaf Cake for Perfect Baking

This Cherry Almond Amaretto Loaf Cake is a blend of cherries and almonds, moist and fluffy, perfect for high-altitude baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the structure needed for a stable loaf.
  • 1 cup almond flour Adds a nutty richness; use finely ground almonds as a substitute if desired.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens and keeps the cake moist.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensures a light rise; always check for freshness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon coarse kosher salt Enhances all flavors; if using table salt, reduce by half.
  • 3 large eggs Binds ingredients and adds moisture; use room temperature.
  • 1 cup whole milk Infuses moistness; can swap Amaretto for milk.
  • 0.5 cup Amaretto (almond liqueur) Deepens flavor; replace with almond extract and milk if desired.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Richness and moisture; melt before using.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brightens overall flavor; use pure extract.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Boosts almond flavor; choose quality.
  • 1 cup fresh cherries Pitted and roughly chopped for bursts of flavor.
For the Buttercream
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Forms the creamy base of the frosting.
  • 0.25 cup cherry jam For flavor and moisture; adjust to taste.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetness and stability; sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1 teaspoon meringue powder Stabilizes frosting; omit if unavailable.
  • 0.5 teaspoon coarse kosher salt Balances sweetness; reduce if using table salt.
  • 4 pieces fresh cherries (for decoration) Adds a fresh touch to the finished cake.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, Amaretto, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped fresh cherries.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. For the buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add cherry jam, powdered sugar, salt, and meringue powder.
  8. Once the cake is cooled, frost with cherry almond buttercream and decorate with fresh cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are fresh, avoid overmixing, and use room temperature ingredients for best results.

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