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Cherry Chip Cake

A delightful dessert that combines the fruity goodness of cherries with rich chocolate chips, perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries pitted and halved
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and line your cake pans with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in the milk.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in the cherries and chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  9. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

For an extra cherry flavor, consider adding a splash of cherry juice to the batter. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.