Cherry Almond Coffee Cake with Vanilla Glaze

This cherry almond coffee cake boasts a moist, nutty base with bursts of cherries, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Gently fold in the cherries and sliced almonds.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. While the cake cools slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
10. Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm cake. Allow the cake to cool before slicing.
11. Serve slices of the cake and enjoy the blend of cherry and almond flavors.

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