Sour Cherry Cake (Prăjitură cu vișine)
Prăjitură cu vișine is a staple of Romanian home baking — a fluffy, moist sponge dotted with sour cherries that sink gently into the batter as it bakes. Simple to make with few ingredients, this dessert wins with the contrast between the sweetness of the sponge and the tartness of the fruit. Dusted with powdered sugar, it is just as good warm as it is cold.
Servings
12
Prep
20 minutes
Cook
30–35 minutes
Total
approx. 1 hour (including partial cooling)
🥘Ingredients
servings
Sponge batter
Cherries and finishing
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
1 tray of 22×32 cm (approx. 12 servings)
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days. Remove 15 minutes before serving to return to room temperature.
Freezer
Can be frozen in individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature for 2–3 hours or refrigerate overnight.
🥗Nutrition Facts
Estimated values per serving (1/12 of a 22×32 cm tray).
Calories
approx. 260 kcal / serving
Protein
5 g
Fat
10 g
Carbohydrates
38 g
Fiber
1 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
With cocoa: Replace 30 g of the flour with unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate sponge that pairs exceptionally well with the tartness of the cherries.
With strawberries or sweet cherries: Replace the sour cherries with halved strawberries or sweet cherries for a milder summer variation.
With lemon zest: Add the finely grated zest of one lemon to the batter — the citrus fragrance complements the tartness of the cherries and brightens the whole cake.