Cherry Almond Skillet Cake

Looking for a cake for any occasion? This cherry almond skillet cake is sure to be a hit fora backyard barbecue, a family dinner, or to simply whip up for an afternoon treat. The quick and easy batter is prepped in one bowl and poured into a cast iron skillet. Dotted with juicy fresh cherries and paired with notes of almond, it’s the perfect flavor pairing for any day of the week.

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Cook Time: 42

Course: Dessert

Servings: Slices

Calories: 401kcal

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 tsp almond extract
1 lb fresh cherries, pitted
1 cup sliced almonds

For Optional Glaze:

1/3 cup Powdered Sugar
1 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12-inchcast iron skillet and place a piece of cut parchment paper in the bottom.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix in the eggs, and then mix in the oil, milk, and almond extract until just combined.
Transfer the batter to the prepared skillet. Arrange cherries on top.
Bake the cake for 42 minutes until the middle is set and the top is golden. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract. Sprinkle the cake with optional sliced almonds and drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

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