Best 3 Cherry Genoa Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Cherry Genoa Cake, a classic Italian dessert that combines rich flavors and a stunning presentation. This exquisite cake features layers of moist and tender sponge cake, sandwiched between layers of creamy custard and luscious cherry filling, all enveloped in a delicate almond paste. The addition of rum adds a touch of sophistication and depth to the overall flavor profile. The cake is then adorned with a layer of fondant and decorated with intricate patterns, making it a true work of art. This detailed recipe provides step-by-step instructions for crafting this masterpiece, including variations for sponge cake, custard filling, and cherry filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the process of creating this elegant dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GENOA CAKE



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Genoa Cake, full of currants, sultanas, mixed peel, cherries and flavoured with almond and lemon, is a real treat. Even for novice bakers, it not difficult to make at home.

Provided by Moorlands Eater

Categories     Dessert     Snack     Cake

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

70 g currants
70 g sultanas
70 g mixed peel
60 g glace cherries (chopped)
20 g chopped almonds
1 lemon (zest only, finely grated)
150 g self raising flour
1 pinch salt
120 g butter (softened)
120 g caster sugar
1 tsp almond extract
2 large eggs
3 tbsp milk
40 g blanched almonds, whole or halved (to decorate)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 150C / 130C fan / Gas 2Put a paper liner in a loaf tin approx 21 x 11 x 6 cm or line it with greaseproof or baking paper.
  • Put the currants, sultanas, mixed peel, cherries, chopped almonds and lemon zest in a bowl and stir in a little of the measured flour to stop them sticking together. Set aside.
  • Sift the rest of the flour with the salt then set aside.
  • In a large bowl and preferably using electric beaters, beat together the butter, sugar and almond extract until soft and light.Scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary during this and subsequent steps.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time along with 1 tbsp of the measured flour each time.
  • Beat in the milk a tablespoon at a time with another scant tablespoon of the measured flour each time.
  • Gently fold in the rest of the flour along with the dried fruit mixture until everything is just combined.
  • Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.Cover the top with blanched almonds.
  • Put the tin in the oven and bake until a skewer comes out clean: approx 55-65 minutes.
  • Put the tin on a wire rack until cool enough to handle.
  • Take the cake, in its liner, out of the tin and leave until completely cold.Remove the paper when cold, slice and serve.Cake should keep for 3-4 days in an airtight container.

GENOA CAKE



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Makes one 23 cm cake Fruit cake little different. Packed with sultanas, raisins, currants and covered with whole almonds and glace cherries what make a very attractive appearance for the cake.

Provided by lucyrita

Time 2h

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

225 g butter or margarine, softened
100 g/ caster sugar
4 eggs, separated
5 ml almond essence
5 ml grated orange rind
225 g raisins, chopped
100g currants, chopped
100 g sultanas chopped
50g glace (candied) cherries, halved
50g glace (candied) cherries, whole
50g/ chopped mixed (candied) peel
100 g ground almonds
25 g almonds
350 g plain flour
10 ml baking powder
5 ml ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1.Cream together the butter or margarine and sugar, then beat in the egg yolks, almond essence and orange rind.
  • 2.Mix the fruit and nuts with a little of the flour until coated, then stir in spoonfuls of the flour, baking powder and cinnamon alternately with spoonfuls of the fruit mixture until everything is well blended. Whisk the egg whites until stiff, and then fold them into the mixture.
  • 3.Spoon into a greased and lined 23 cm cake tin and bake in a preheated oven at 190 oCgas mark 5 for 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 160 oC gas mark 3 for a further 1.5 hours until springy to the touch and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin.
  • 4.Decorate with whole almonds and glace cherries.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE



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This recipe has two names; Cherry Cheese Cake and/or Cherry Cream Cheese Pie. It is delicious!

Provided by L. J. Bryan

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 5h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
⅓ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl; add condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat until well blended. Pour mixture into the pie crust. Chill for 5 hours. DO NOT FREEZE!!!
  • Pour cherry pie filling on top of pie. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries. This will give your cake the best flavor.
  • Pit the cherries before using them. You can use a cherry pitter or a knife to do this.
  • If you don't have any fresh cherries, you can use frozen cherries. Just thaw them before using.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
  • If you don't have any mascarpone cheese, you can use cream cheese instead.
  • Garnish the cake with fresh cherries or other berries before serving.

Conclusion:

The Cherry Genoa Cake is a delicious and beautiful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of sweet cherries, almonds, and mascarpone cheese makes this cake a truly unforgettable treat.

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