Are you a fan of cherry bakewell cakes? If you answered yes, you are in for a real treat! This cake recipe takes the classic cherry bakewell flavor to a whole new level. The moist and fluffy sponge cake layered with cherry jam, almond buttercream, and topped with flaked almonds is the perfect treat to impress your family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get baking!
Ingredients
- 225g unsalted butter, softened
- 225g caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 225g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp cherry jam
- 100g flaked almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease and line two 20cm sandwich tins.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well between each addition.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder and fold into the mixture until fully combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Divide the mixture between the two tins and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Leave to cool in the tins for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the cherry jam over one of the cakes and sandwich the other cake on top.
- For the almond buttercream, beat the butter until soft and creamy, then gradually sift in the icing sugar, beating well between each addition.
- Add the almond extract and beat well.
- Spread the buttercream over the top of the cake and sprinkle with flaked almonds.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
Per serving:
- Calories: 567kcal
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 134mg
- Sodium: 54mg
- Potassium: 154mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 45g
- Vitamin A: 955IU
- Calcium: 77mg
- Iron: 1mg
Cooking Time
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Equipment
- 2 x 20cm sandwich tins
- Baking paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
Serving Suggestions
This cake is best served with a hot cup of tea or coffee. It also makes for a great dessert after a meal.
Variations
You can substitute the cherry jam with raspberry or strawberry jam for a different flavor. You can also add fresh cherries or other fruits to the cake batter for added texture and flavor.
Substitutions
- You can use margarine instead of butter.
- You can use gluten-free flour instead of self-raising flour for a gluten-free version.
- You can use almond milk instead of cow’s milk for a vegan version.
Storage
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. You can also freeze the cake for up to three months.
Tips
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar.
- Sift the flour and baking powder to avoid any lumps in the cake batter.
- Use a skewer to check if the cake is fully cooked. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before decorating it with the buttercream and flaked almonds.
Notes
This cake recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs. You can also use this recipe to make cupcakes instead of a large cake.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use a different type of nut instead of almonds?
- Can I make this cake in advance?
- Can I use store-bought jam instead of homemade?
Yes, you can use any nut of your choice such as hazelnuts or walnuts.
Yes, you can make the cake a day or two in advance and store it in an airtight container at room temperature. Add the buttercream and flaked almonds just before serving.
Yes, you can use any type of cherry jam including store-bought ones.
Final Thoughts
This cherry bakewell cake recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves the traditional cherry bakewell flavor. The combination of cherry jam, almond buttercream, and flaked almonds on top creates a delicious and impressive dessert that will leave your guests asking for more. It’s also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So, what are you waiting for? Get baking!