Easy Cherry Sponge Cake Recipe (Soft & Fluffy Cherry Dessert)
A soft, fluffy sponge cake filled with juicy cherries is one of the simplest ways to bring seasonal baking into your kitchen. This cherry sponge cake recipe combines light vanilla sponge with bursts of fruit, creating a dessert that feels both comforting and fresh at the same time.Perfect for summer baking, afternoon tea, or a light homemade dessert, this recipe is easy to prepare and works beautifully with either fresh or frozen cherries. If you enjoy simple, fruit-based bakes, this cake will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the ovenPreheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish lightly.
- Whisk eggs and sugarIn a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light, fluffy, and pale.
- Add wet ingredientsAdd milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add dry ingredientsSift in flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
- Assemble the cakePour batter into the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Add cherriesEvenly distribute cherries on top of the batter.
- BakeBake for 35–40 minutes or until golden and set in the center.
- Cool and serveLet cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.