Cherry Streusel Cake

Indulge in the sweet and buttery perfection of Cherry Streusel Cake, a dessert that combines tender cake, juicy cherries, and a crumbly cinnamon streusel topping for a truly irresistible treat. This delightful recipe features a moist vanilla-infused batter folded with fresh, pitted cherries for bursts of fruity flavor in every bite. Finished with a golden brown streusel made from brown sugar, cinnamon, and chilled butter, this cake offers the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for casual gatherings, special occasions, or a cozy afternoon treat with coffee. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this Cherry Streusel Cake is guaranteed to impress with its beautiful layers and comforting flavors. Perfectly sized for 8 servings, it’s a dessert worth savoring!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 320 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 120 milliliters milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 300 grams cherries (pitted and halved)
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 80 grams all-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 60 grams unsalted butter (chilled, cubed, for streusel)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 320 grams of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream 170 grams of unsalted butter and 200 grams of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with 120 milliliters of milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6

Fold in the pitted and halved cherries (300 grams) gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

To make the streusel topping, combine 80 grams of all-purpose flour, 100 grams of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a bowl.

Step 9

Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, cut 60 grams of chilled, cubed unsalted butter into the dry mixture until it forms coarse crumbs.

Step 10

Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the cake batter.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 12

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Slice and serve your Cherry Streusel Cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1472.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4698.6

Total Fat 211.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 892.4mg	0%
Sodium 2332.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 664.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 343.3g
Protein 63.1g	0%

Vitamin D 175.0IU	0%
Calcium 464.2mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 1628.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 55.2%