Soft Cherry Shells Cake
These Very Soft Cherry Shells are the perfect breakfast treat or snack, bursting with juicy cherries and delicate flavors. Light, fluffy, and easy to prepare, these shells are baked to golden perfection and topped with a drizzle of dark chocolate. Ideal for a fun and pretty dessert, they bring a delightful combination of sweetness and tartness with every bite. Serve them for special occasions or enjoy them as a homemade indulgence!
Ingredients
For the Shells
- 125 ml cherry or plain yogurt
- 50 ml seed oil
- 1 egg
- 140 g all-purpose flour (farina 00)
- 50 g sugar
- ½ sachet baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 g pitted cherries
To Decorate
- Dark chocolate, melted for drizzling
- Edible flowers optional, for decoration
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk the egg and sugar together using an electric whisk until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract, oil, and yogurt to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring until smooth.
- Gently fold in the pitted cherries with a spatula, making sure not to overmix.
Prepare the Shell Molds
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (static mode).
- Grease and flour the shell-shaped molds (or any other molds you have).
Bake the Shells
- Pour the batter into the molds, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the shells are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the shells to cool completely before removing them from the molds.
Decorate
- Once cooled, melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the shells.
- For an extra touch of beauty, decorate with edible flowers if desired.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve and enjoy these delightful soft cherry shells!
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen cherries depending on availability.
- Optional: Substitute plain yogurt with cherry-flavored yogurt for enhanced flavor.
- Ensure the shells are fully cooled before decorating to avoid the chocolate melting off.