Cherry Yeast Cake
Description
Perfect with tea and coffee. If you're struggling with traditional yeast dough or are simply afraid to work with it, try starting with this simple recipe. It's very easy, and the dough always turns out perfectly. The result is a cake with soft, fluffy dough, while the delicious, juicy cherries give it a pleasant tartness and moisture. Serve warm or chilled. Ideal with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
Dissolve the yeast in warm milk, add sugar, vanilla, salt, eggs, and sifted flour. Mix well until smooth, then add warm butter and let it rise in a warm place for about 2 hours.
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Step 2
While the dough is in a warm place, we'll prepare the cherries: remove the pits.
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Step 3
The dough should double in size and be somewhat runny. Transfer it to a baking dish.
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Step 4
Place the cherries over the entire dough, pressing them in slightly so they end up inside the cake rather than on top. You can also sprinkle sugar on top.
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Step 5
Place the pie in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30-40 minutes. However, check according to your oven—the pie should have a golden crust. Let it cool slightly—then serve with tea.