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Shirley Temple Cake Recipe

Shirley Temple Cake Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a Shirley Temple with this delightful cake. A moist yellow cake studded with maraschino cherries and topped with a sweet cherry glaze, this dessert is perfect for any celebration.


Ingredients

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Main Cake:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite)
  • 1 (10 oz) jar maraschino cherries, drained and halved (reserve juice)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a Bundt pan. Mix cake ingredients until smooth. Fold in cherries. Bake for 40–45 minutes.
  2. Cool and Glaze: Let the cake cool, then drizzle with a glaze made of powdered sugar, cherry juice, and almond extract. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

  • Enhance the cherry flavor by adding chopped cherries to the glaze or drizzling extra cherry juice over slices.
  • Great for parties or nostalgic gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg