Lifted Cherry Almond Bundt Cake

  • , by Ann Gregg Gerstner
  • 3 min reading time
Lifted Cherry Almond Bundt Cake

Enjoy a delightful combination of cherries and almonds in this moist and flavorful bundt cake. Elevate your baking experience by incorporating cannabis-infused butter for a unique twist. Follow our canna-butter recipe for the best results, and remember to decarb your cannabis before infusing it. This cake is perfect for special occasions or simply as a treat to enjoy at home.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (or cannabis-infused butter, see our canna-butter recipe), softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions

Prepare the Cake:

  1. Preheat the Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt cake pan.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar:

    • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter (or cannabis-infused butter) and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Eggs and Extracts:

    • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
  4. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in Cherries and Almonds:

    • Gently fold in the chopped cherries and sliced almonds.

Bake the Cake:

  1. Fill the Bundt Pan:

    • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake:

    • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  3. Cool:

    • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Glaze:

  1. Mix the Glaze:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth.
  2. Toast the Almonds:

    • In a small skillet, toast the sliced almonds over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool.

Finish and Serve:

  1. Glaze the Cake:

    • Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to run down the sides.
  2. Add the Topping:

    • Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the glazed cake.
  3. Serve:

    • Slice and serve this elevated cherry almond bundt cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat.

This cherry almond bundt cake, elevated with cannabis-infused butter, offers a deliciously unique twist on a classic dessert. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home, this cake combines the flavors of cherries and almonds with the relaxing effects of cannabis. Enjoy baking and indulging in this delightful cake!

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