Greek Cherry Loaf Cake – A Timeless Summer Dessert
During cherry season, Greek home cooks bring back a simple yet unforgettable dessert: the cherry and almond loaf cake. Passed down from generation to generation, this recipe is cherished for its balance between the fluffy cake texture and the freshness of seasonal fruit.
If you enjoy homemade desserts made with natural ingredients and no unnecessary extras, this cake is definitely worth trying at least once.
🍒 Ingredients You’ll Need:
500 g pitted cherries
150 g softened butter
1 cup brown sugar (for a deeper flavor)
3 eggs
100 ml milk
270 g all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons fine cornmeal
75 g ground almonds
1 tablespoon baking powder
A pinch of salt
Vanilla extract
Grated orange zest
👩🍳 Greek Cherry and Almond Cake – Step-by-Step Recipe:
Start by mixing the butter and brown sugar together until you get a light, fluffy cream. Add the eggs one at a time, then pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Don’t worry if the mixture looks slightly unstable at this stage — the texture will even out once the dry ingredients are added.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cornmeal, ground almonds, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until everything is well combined.
Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan. Scatter a few cherries into the batter before placing the pan into the oven. After the first 15 minutes of baking, gently place the remaining cherries on top of the cake. This trick keeps the cherries whole and visible, giving the dessert a beautifully rustic and inviting look.
🌞 A Taste of the Mediterranean, Easily Made at Home
Bake the loaf cake in a preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until it passes the toothpick test. The result? A soft, aromatic dessert with hints of almond and orange, where the natural sweetness of the cherries truly shines.
This cake pairs perfectly with a strong coffee or a chilled tea — just what you need on a warm summer afternoon.
Whether you’re sharing it with guests or savoring it slice by slice, this Greek-inspired treat is sure to bring a touch of sunshine and tradition to your table.
