"This ultra moist Cherry Almond Cake has a fine crumb and the perfect balance of cherry and almond flavor Perfect for any special occasion!..."
INGREDIENTS
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8 oz (226g) package cream cheese, softened ((226g))
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1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, softened ((168g) )
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2 cups sugar ((400g))
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4 large eggs
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3 cups cake flour ((342g) See notes for substitution.)
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2 teaspoons baking powder ((8g))
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½ teaspoon baking soda ((3g))
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½ teaspoon salt ((3g))
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1 cup buttermilk ((242g))
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¼ cup vegetable oil (we used canola oil) ((54g))
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3 teaspoons almond extract ((12g))
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1 cup Maraschino cherries, finely chopped
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1/2 cup sliced almonds, finely chopped
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Juice from jar of Maraschino Cherries
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3 sticks unsalted butter, softened ((339g))
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16 oz cream cheese, softened ((Total weight 452g). We recommend "full fat" cream cheese. )
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1-2 teaspoons almond extract ((4-8g) We used 2 teaspoons.)
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½ teaspoon salt (2g)
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7 cups confectioners sugar ((805g) Adjust slightly up or down to your liking.)