Old English Cherry Cake Recipe 🍒
Overview:
This delightful Old English Cherry Cake recipe, sourced from an ancient “Edith Adams Christmas Baking” flyer, offers a nostalgic taste of yesteryears. Crafted by the esteemed nutritionist for the Vancouver Sun newspaper, Edith Adams, it embodies the essence of classic holiday baking. Resembling a local Martha Stewart of the forties and fifties, Adams’ recipes were cherished by Vancouver housewives. 🎄
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Fruit, Potluck, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 8 eggs
- 1/2 cup cherries
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup flour
- 4 cups light raisins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2980.3
- Fat: 114g
- Saturated Fat: 65g
- Cholesterol: 988mg
- Sodium: 1104.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 442.6g
- Fiber: 21.7g
- Sugar: 218.7g
- Protein: 55.1g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soften butter and beat with the sugar. 🧈 |
| 2 | Add well-beaten eggs, and beat together until smooth. 🥚 |
| 3 | Gradually add flour to the mixture, incorporating it thoroughly. 🍰 |
| 4 | Gently fold in the cherries and light raisins, ensuring even distribution. 🍒 |
| 5 | Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). |
| 6 | Line the baking tins with parchment paper. |
| 7 | Pour the cake batter into the prepared tins, distributing it evenly. |
| 8 | Bake for approximately 2 hours, or until the cakes are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. ⏲️ |
| 9 | Once baked, allow the cakes to cool completely in the tins. |
| 10 | Store the cakes in an airtight container, as you would with Christmas cake, to enhance flavor. 🎂 |
| 11 | Enjoy the delicious taste of Old English Cherry Cake, reminiscent of holiday traditions! 🎉 |
Notes:
- For a festive touch, consider adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of icing on top before serving.
- This cake can be stored for several weeks, allowing its flavors to mature and deepen over time.
- Serve slices of this cake with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful afternoon treat or as a sweet ending to a holiday feast. ☕
