German Cherry Cake
A German cherry cake (kuchen) recipe that bakes in under an hour, perfect for a picnic or as a warm treat.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 390 F (200 C).
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Beat butter until fluffy, then beat in sifted powdered sugar and lemon zest.
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Sift flour and baking powder together; incorporate half into the butter mixture.
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Add eggs and beat until the batter is smooth.
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Mix in the remaining flour, then sour cream, until the thick batter is smooth.
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Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment, oil, and flour; spread the batter about 3/4 inch deep.
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Arrange cherries thickly on top of the batter, ensuring some batter remains visible.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and sift powdered sugar over the warm cake.