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Cherry Blossom Sakura Cake

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A delicate Japanese-inspired sponge cake infused with cherry blossom (sakura) flavor, lightly tinted pink and topped with preserved sakura petals for an elegant spring dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125 g) cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk, warm
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 drops pink food coloring (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons sakura syrup or cherry blossom extract
  • 8–10 preserved salt-pickled sakura blossoms

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
  2. In a bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar on high speed until pale and tripled in volume, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three additions, using a spatula to preserve airiness.
  5. Combine warm milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, sakura syrup (or extract), and food coloring. Drizzle into batter and gently fold until just incorporated.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Soak preserved sakura blossoms in water for 5 minutes, drain, and pat dry. Use to garnish the top of the cooled cake.
  9. Slice into 8 servings and enjoy.

Notes

  • If you can’t find sakura syrup, substitute with 2 tsp rose water and a drop of pink coloring.
  • For extra moisture, brush the cooled cake layers with a simple syrup before garnishing.
  • Serve with green tea for an authentic Japanese tea-time experience.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Cherry Blossom, Sakura, Cake, Japanese Dessert, Spring

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