My grandfather was an excellent baker and would make this recipe on special occasions. He received this recipe from his mother. He passed away 3 years ago at the age of 97. Enjoy this simply wonderful cherry dessert. Best if served warm.
Provided by Cookin 4 the boyz
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- Add the shortening, sugar, egg and milk.
- Beat until smooth.
- Add the cherries and pour into greased 9 x 13 pan.
- Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes.
- For the cherry sauce, mix together the sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan.
- Gradually stir in 1 cup of boiling water and cherry juice.
- Boil for 1 minute stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and add almond extract.
- To serve, slice the cherry cake and spoon the cherry sauce over individual slices.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 174.5, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 25.1, Protein 3.2
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