Best 2 Sour Cherry And Lemon Ice Box Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing sour cherry and lemon ice box cake recipes. Embark on a sensory adventure as you explore a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. Dive into the tangy zest of lemon and the vibrant sweetness of sour cherries, perfectly harmonized in a symphony of flavors. Discover the ease and convenience of our no-bake preparation, making these recipes accessible to bakers of all skill levels. From the classic sour cherry and lemon ice box cake, to the gluten-free and vegan variations, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless dessert. Prepare to be captivated by the delightful simplicity of our sour cherry and lemon ice box cake recipes, sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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SOUR CHERRY AND LEMON ICE-BOX CAKE



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Sour cherries seem to be an elusive fruit. Finding them fresh in the supermarket is nigh on impossible and finding them at a greengrocer or farmers market seems almost as hard. Thankfully, the frozen variety is a little easier to track down and I hoard them when I see them. I would encourage you to get your hands on some for this dessert. You can use regular sweet cherries, but the flavor won't be quite the same, so double the lemon juice, reduce the sugar a little, and add a few drops of almond extract to get you close. You can either freeze this, akin to a semifreddo, which is my preference, or simply chill it in the refrigerator, which will, of course, give it a softer finish.

Provided by Edd Kimber

Categories     Dessert     Frozen Dessert     Cake     No-Cook     Cherry     Lemon     Marscarpone     Milk/Cream     Kirsch     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

Unsalted butter or neutral-tasting oil, for greasing
For the sour cherry compote:
600 g (1 lb 5 oz) frozen pitted sour cherries, defrosted
120 ml (4 fl oz / ½ cup) kirsch
100 g (3½ oz / ½ cup) caster (superfine) sugar
Juice of ½ lemon
2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
For the filling:
250 g (9 oz / 1⅛ cups) mascarpone, at room temperature
35 g (1¼ oz / ¼ cup) icing (powdered) sugar
800 ml (28 fl oz / 3⅓ cups) double (heavy) cream
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
150 g (5½ oz / ½ cup) lemon curd
270 g (9¾ oz) digestives, graham crackers or speculoos biscuits

Steps:

  • Lightly grease the baking tin and line the base with parchment paper. If you want to remove the cake from the tin to serve, you can line the tin with a piece of parchment paper that overhangs the two long sides.
  • For the cherry compote, place the cherries, kirsch, sugar and lemon juice into a large saucepan and cook over a medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the fruit softens and releases a lot of juice. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cherries to a heatproof bowl, leaving the syrup in the pan. Continue cooking the syrup until it is reduced to about 240 ml (8½ fl oz / 1 cup).
  • Place the cornflour in a small bowl and whisk in a little of the cherry syrup to form a smooth paste. Add this to the cherry syrup in the pan and simmer, stirring, for a couple of minutes, or until slightly thickened. Pour the syrup over the fruit, cool slightly, then cover with clingfilm and refrigerate until cool.
  • For the filling, whisk together the mascarpone, icing sugar, 600 ml (20 fl oz / 2½ cups) of the cream and the vanilla in a bowl until the mixture just starts to hold its shape. Add the lemon curd and continue whisking until the mixture holds soft peaks.
  • To assemble the dessert, spread a thin layer of the lemon cream over the base of the prepared tin, then cover with a layer of biscuits, breaking them up as needed. Spread over half of the remaining lemon cream and then dollop over about a third of the cherry compote. Repeat the layering a second time and then finish with a final layer of biscuits.
  • Cover the tin with clingfilm and refrigerate or freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Just before serving, whip the remaining cream to soft peaks and spread over the dessert. Cut into slices and serve each portion with a spoonful of the remaining compote.
  • Store in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks; if refrigerated, it will keep for 3-4 days.

LEMON CHERRY CAKE



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Our family loves cherries, so this cake is the perfect way to end any meal. The combination of sweet cherries and lemon peel gives the yellow cake a distinctive flavor, and no one can resist the yummy cream cheese topping. -Janice Greenhalgh, Florence, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups whole milk
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3-1/2 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Pat cherries dry with paper towels; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with cherries. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For topping, in a bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon juice and peel until smooth. Beat in enough confectioners' sugar until mixture achieves desired consistency. Cut cake; top each piece with a dollop of topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy sour cherries: This will ensure the best flavor for your cake.
  • Use fresh lemon zest and juice: This will give your cake a bright and refreshing flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the cake before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the cake to set properly.
  • Garnish with fresh sour cherries and lemon zest: This will add a pop of color and flavor to your cake.

Conclusion:

This sour cherry and lemon ice box cake is a delicious and refreshing summer dessert. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. The combination of tart cherries, sweet lemons, and creamy whipped cream is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a light and summery dessert, give this sour cherry and lemon ice box cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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