Best 13 Maraschino Cherry Angel Food Cake Recipes

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**Indulge in a Delightful Culinary Journey with Maraschino Cherry Angel Food Cake: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure as we delve into the world of Maraschino Cherry Angel Food Cake, a delectable treat that promises to captivate your taste buds with its ethereal texture and vibrant flavors. This heavenly creation is not just an ordinary cake; it's a masterpiece that combines the delicate crumb of Angel Food Cake with the burst of sweetness from Maraschino cherries, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our curated collection of recipes will guide you through the process of crafting this culinary delight. With variations ranging from classic to modern twists, there's a recipe here to suit every palate and skill level. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey that will leave you craving for more.

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2 INGREDIENT CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



2 Ingredient Cherry Angel Food Cake image

2 Ingredient Cherry Angel Food Cake comes together with just 2 ingredient items. You won't need eggs, water, oil, or anything but cherry pie filling, and Angel food cake to bake this up. It is a perfect summertime cake that you have to make to experience! This fluffy, cherry cake is loaded with moist cherry chunks and can be made in a 9 x 13 cake pan, or a Bundt pan.

Provided by Amy Desrosiers

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 2

16 ounces Angel Food Cake Mix (Do not use the egg pouch type. Just add water variety only. )
21 ounces Canned cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to the center position. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix dry cake mix and the entire can of cherry pie filling in a large bowl. Whisk to carefully combine until thick, pink, and fluffy.
  • Add batter to an ungreased 9 x 13 glass or ceramic baking dish. You do not want to grease this type of pan. See notes or post for pan details.
  • Bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool for 30 minutes before slicing. The cake will be very fluffy and depress a bit in the center once it cools.
  • Serve with whipped topping, and a cherry! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 329 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 22 g

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Cherry Angel Food Cake image

Not only is this cake very light, but it rises nice and high, and it's not too sweet. Pretty dots of maraschino cherry inside make the cake so festive. -Estelle Hardin, Washington, UT

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups egg whites (about 13 large)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup coarsely chopped maraschino cherries (about 30), well drained
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift flour twice; set aside. Add cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 3/4 cup sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine flour and remaining sugar; gradually fold into batter, 1/4 cup at a time. Fold in cherries. , Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around the sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Cherry Angel Food Cake image

This soft, fluffy, homemade cherry angel food cake boasts a pink color from the maraschino cherries. It's a low fat cake recipe perfect for indulging in a guilt-free dessert.

Provided by Julie Clark

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 cup cake flour
1 1/2 cups egg whites ((11-12 eggs))
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
2/3 cup chopped maraschino cherries ((drained well, but reserve the juice))
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/3 cup maraschino cherry juice
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Sift together 3/4 cup of sugar and the flour three times. Set it aside.
  • In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the egg whites until they are frothy .
  • Add the salt and cream of tartar, then beat until the eggs hold stiff peaks.
  • Add the remaining sugar, three tablespoons at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Fold in the flour/sugar mixture about 1/2 a cup at a time, then fold in the almond flavoring and drained cherries.
  • Spoon the batter into an ungreased angel food cake tube pan.
  • Bake on the lowest oven rack for 45 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and looks dry.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and immediately invert the pan, standing it upside down on 3 glasses that are equal in height for support.
  • Allow the cake to cool upside down completely, then slide a knife around the sides and center of the pan to loosen the cake.
  • Remove the cake to a plate.
  • To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, butter, juice and extract until smooth.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cake.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 45 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Cherry Angel Food Cake image

The traditional angel food cake with a new twist - cherries!

Provided by Traci Poole

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sifted cake flour
1 cup egg whites
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 ¼ cups white sugar
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
⅓ cup maraschino cherries, drained and sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Make sure your 10 inch tube pan is clean and dry. Sift flour three times and set aside.
  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites with salt and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Blend in vanilla and almond extract. Fold the flour into the whites until no streaks remain. Pour half of the batter into pan. Sprinkle with half of the cherries. Fill pan with remaining batter and top with remaining cherries.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Invert pan and allow to hang until cake cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, Sodium 82.5 mg, Sugar 21 g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY ANGEL CAKE



Chocolate Cherry Angel Cake image

A cake mix keeps this dessert simple, but cherries and a rich chocolate glaze make it extraordinary. Friends and family will think you spent hours preparing this pretty cake.-Debra Hartze, Zeeland, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
1/3 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries, well drained
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, grated
GLAZE:
2 tablespoons butter
1 ounce semisweet chocolate
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3 to 5 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice
Maraschino cherries and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, prepare cake mix according to package directions. Fold cherries and chocolate into batter., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. , In a small saucepan, combine the butter, chocolate and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted. Stir in confectioners' sugar and cherry juice until glaze reaches desired consistency. Drizzle over cooled cake. Garnish with cherries and mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH DIVINITY ICING



Cherry Angel Food Cake With Divinity Icing image

I love maraschino cherries so I decided to add them to an Angel Food Cake and used my Grandmother's icing recipe. My husband liked it, especially the icing.

Provided by Cecelia Huddleston

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) betty crocker angel food cake mix
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, reserve juice
water
1 teaspoon almond extract
DIVINITY FROSTING
4 egg whites, room temprature
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Place oven rack in lowest position. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Reserve 2 tablespoons of cherry juice and halve 6 cherries for icing; refrigerate. Add enough water to remaining cherry juice to make 1 1/4 cups. Chop the remaining cherries and drain; set aside.
  • 2. In large metal or glass bowl, combine cake mix, liquid and almond extract. With electric mixer on low speed, beat 30 seconds; increase speed to medium and continue beating 1 minute. Fold in cherries. Pour batter into a 10" Angel Food Cake Pan. Bake for 47 minutes or until top is golden brown and cracks in cake are not sticky but very dry. Top should spring back when lightly touched. Immediately, turn pan upside down onto glass bottle or heatproof funnel. Let hang 1 hour or until cake is completely cool. Use a long metal spatula or knife to loosen sides of cake; remove from pan.
  • 3. In large glass bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Place sugar, corn syrup, cherry juice and water in small sauce pan. Do not mix or stir. Cook on medium high heat. Bring to a boil and boil 2 minutes or until sugar syrup registers 240 degrees on candy thermometer. With mixer on high speed, beat the egg whites while slowly adding the syrup in a thin stream. Beat until mixture is thick and glossy. Add almond and vanilla extracts; just beat until blended. Immediately spread icing on cake before it sets up. Decorate with cherry halves.
  • 4. Notes: Do not grease cake pan. The icing will be a light pink, add a few drops of red food coloring if you prefer a darker pink. Set out the egg whites about 30 minutes or an hour before using. Do not leave them out for an extended period of time.

CHOCOLATE-FILLED CHERRY ANGEL CAKE



Chocolate-Filled Cherry Angel Cake image

Here's a cake that will catch the eye of all your guests. It's beautiful and is ideal for parties or holidays. If you loved chocolate and cherries together, you'll love this cake! -Barbara Wheeler, Royal Oak, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
1/2 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
2 teaspoons strong brewed coffee
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chopped walnuts, grated chocolate and additional maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions; fold in chopped cherries. Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets., Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Cut cake horizontally into three layers., For filling, in a small heavy saucepan, cook and stir the chocolate chips, cherry juice, coffee and vanilla over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream., To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with one half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread whipped topping over top and sides of cake. Garnish with walnuts, chocolate and cherries. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MARASCHINO CHERRY CAKE



Maraschino Cherry Cake image

be sure to reserve the cherry juice to mix with powdered sugar to drizzle over the top...sometimes I use 1 stick margarine and 1 stick butter

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 59m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
3 cups flour
5 ounces maraschino cherries
2 teaspoons baking powder
15 ounces evaporated milk
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • cream butter and sugar -- add eggs, mix well.
  • add dry ingredients, alternately with milk --
  • fold in flavorings -- nuts and cherries, which have been slightly chopped, drained.(be sure to reserve the juice) --
  • pour into 13x9 baking pan which has been greased and floured --
  • bake at 350* for 55 minutes.
  • mix reserved cherry juice and enough powdered sugar to make a drizzling glaze.
  • drizzle over the top of cooled cake.
  • garnish with cherries and walnuts, if desired -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.4, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 86.2, Sodium 219.9, Carbohydrate 66.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 38.2, Protein 7.6

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE RECIPE



Cherry Angel Food Cake Recipe image

Provided by á-15026

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg Angel Food Cake Mix
1/3 cp chopped drained maraschino cherries
1 cp powdered sugar
2 tblsp cherry juice

Steps:

  • Bake cake as desired on package., except stir in the cherries. Cool as directed. Stir powdered sugar and cherry juice until smooth. Drizzle over cake

MARASCHINO CHERRY CAKE



Maraschino Cherry Cake image

A few years ago I made this with my mom and it was delicious. I ran across the recipe the other day and it was just as good as I had remembered!

Provided by Rianita

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/3 cups sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
16 maraschino cherries, cut into eighths
1/2 cup milk
4 unbeaten egg whites
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour one 13 x 9 1/2 inch pan.
  • Sift dry ingredients together.
  • Add shortning, cherry juice, cherries and milk. Beat 2 minutes medium speed.
  • Add egg whites. Beat 2 more minutes.
  • Fold in nuts. Pour into pans.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.8, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 2.1, Sodium 520.4, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 37.7, Protein 7.4

LOW-FAT CHERRY-ALMOND ANGEL CAKE



Low-Fat Cherry-Almond Angel Cake image

Make a very cherry angel food cake complete with cherry glaze. The hardest part will be deciding who gets a slice with a cherry on top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ white angel food cake mix
1 1/4 cups cold water
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, well drained
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 cups powdered sugar
2 to 2 1/2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice

Steps:

  • Move oven rack to lowest position (remove other racks). Heat oven to 350°F. In extra-large glass or metal bowl, beat cake mix, cold water and extract with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 1 minute. Carefully fold in cherries. Pour into ungreased 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan. (Do not use fluted tube cake pan or 9-inch angel food pan or batter will overflow.)
  • Bake 37 to 47 minutes or until top is dark golden brown and cracks feel very dry and not sticky. Do not underbake. Immediately turn pan upside down onto glass bottle, or rest edges on 2 to 4 cans of equal height until cake is completely cooled, about 2 hours. Run knife around edge of cake; remove from pan.
  • In medium bowl, mix butter, powdered sugar and enough cherry juice for desired spreading consistency. Spread glaze over top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down side. Garnish with whole cherries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Cherry Angel Food Cake Roll image

This is a light, delicious and beautiful dessert. As you can tell I love Angel food cakes because they have less calories, excluding all the goodies I add to them and they are fresh and light. This will make you say, pretty please with a cherry on top! The picture is from beliefnet, the site i just love!

Provided by Tammy T

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 ounces angel food cake mix
1 c maraschino cherry, drained, chopped + a few whole cherries for garnish
1/2 c sweetened flaked coconut
1 tsp maraschino cherry juice
2 tubs - 8 oz each whipped topping, thawed (1/2 of one tub is for garnish)
mint jelly (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two 15 1/2"x10 1/2" x 1" jelly roll pans with parshment paper or foil. Make paper or foil ends longer for easier pull out. Prepare cake following package directions. Divide into pans. Spread evenly. Cut through batter with knife or spatula to remove large air bubbles.
  • 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until set. Invert cakes at once onto towels dusted with powdered sugar. Remove parshment paper or foil carefully. Be careful, cake is hot. If using a towel, Start at one end and roll up each cake with towel, jelly roll fashion. **Or if using parshment paper pull out of pan on to a flat surface and roll up in the parshment paper and cool. Cool completely.
  • 3. Fold chopped cherries, coconut and cherry juice into one of the 8 oz whipped topping. Unroll cakes. Spread half of filling over each cake to edges. Reroll and place seam side down on serving plate.
  • 4. Spread the half of the other tub of whipped topping over each cake or as much as you like and garnish with whole cherries. (sprinkle with mint jelly - optional) Or sprinkle cakes with powder sugar and set whole cherries along sides. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE & CHERRY FLUFF FROSTING



Cherry Angel Food Cake & Cherry Fluff Frosting image

Make and share this Cherry Angel Food Cake & Cherry Fluff Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 48m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces angel food cake mix
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
water, to add to cherry liquid
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon reserved cherry juice
1 large egg white
3/4 cup marshmallow cream (1/2 of 7 oz jar)
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherry (optional)

Steps:

  • Place a rack in center of oven.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Set aside an ungreased tube pan.
  • Dump angel food cake mix in large mixing bowl.
  • Drain juice from maraschino cherries, reserving 1 tbsp for frosting.
  • To remaining maraschino cherry juice, add enough water to equal 1 1/4 cups liquid.
  • Pour this liquid along with almond and vanilla extract into dry cake mix in bowl.
  • Beat with electric mixer on low for 1 minute and stop and scrape down sides of bowl with rubber spatula. Increase speed to medium and beat for 1 minute more.Scraping down sides of bowl if necessary. Batter should look well blended.
  • Pour batter into pan.smoothing top with rubber spatula.
  • Place pan in oven on rack and bake till deeply browned and top springs back when lightly touched with fingers, about 38-42 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and immediately invert onto a glass bottle neck upside down to cool for 1 hour.
  • Remove from bottle and run a long knife around sides of cake.
  • Invert onto cooling rack and then invert onto serving platter.
  • Prepare cherry fluff frosting.
  • Place reserved cherry juice, sugar, and egg white into a medium size saucepan.
  • Cook over low heat, beating continuously with electic mixer on high speed, till soft peaks forms (2-3 minutes).
  • Remove pan from heat and add marshmallow cream and beat with electric mixer on high till stiff peaks form.about 2 minutes. Fold in chopped cherries, is using.
  • Spread frosting over top and halfway down sides of angel food cake and serve immediately.
  • We usually don't have any leftovers, so I am not sure how well this stores.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 151.3, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 27.6, Protein 2.9

Tips:

- Use fresh maraschino cherries for the best flavor. - If you don't have maraschino cherries, you can use other dried or candied fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, or pineapple. - For a richer flavor, use almond extract instead of vanilla extract. - If you don't have a bundt pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly. - To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. - Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Maraschino cherry angel food cake is a light and fluffy cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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