4. Add Vanilla and Lemon Zest
Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest for a bright, fresh note that lifts the whole cake.
5. Fold in Oil and Flour
Slowly pour in the oil while mixing on low speed. Then gently fold in the flour mixture with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
6. Assemble
Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Scatter the sour cherries evenly on top. Don’t worry — some will sink slightly during baking, creating delicious little cherry surprises in every slice.
7. Bake
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan before slicing.
8. Finish and Serve
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar. Cut into generous squares and serve with a warm beverage or a dollop of whipped cream.
🧁 Tips & Variations
- Too many cherries? Never! Just make sure they’re well-drained to avoid a soggy cake.
- Lemon zest brightens the flavor — try orange zest for a twist.
- Serving it cold? Even better! This cake is delicious straight from the fridge.
🏠 A Slice of Home
What makes this cake so special isn’t just its flavor — it’s the feeling. It’s the smell of cherries bubbling in the oven, the sweetness in the air as you lift the first warm square, the smile of a loved one as they take that first bite.
I brought a loaf to my neighbor once, and she called me five minutes later. “Ashley, I need that recipe. I already ate two pieces and hid the rest from my husband!” 😂
It’s simple, it’s soul-soothing, and it’s exactly what comfort should taste like.
📣 Facebook Caption Idea
Who else grew up with this Hungarian cherry cake at every family gathering? 🇭🇺🍒
Just made a fresh batch of Meggyes Piskóta and my kitchen smells like my grandma’s house. Pure happiness in a bite. Want the recipe?
Drop a 🍒 in the comments and I’ll send it your way!
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