Cherry ripe cake
SERVES 10 PREP & COOK TIME 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES (+ COOLING TIME)
180g unsalted butter
¾ cup (165g) caster sugar
4 free-range eggs
1¼ cups (100g) desiccated coconut
1½ cups (180g) ground almonds
1 teaspoon baking powder
100g dried cherries, chopped finely
flaked coconut, lightly toasted, for
decorating
CHOCOLATE GLAZE
100g dark chocolate, chopped finely
½ cup (175g) golden syrup
20g unsalted butter, chopped, softened
FROSTED CHERRIES
1 egg white
1 cup (150g) fresh cherries
½ cup (110g) caster suga
1 Preheat oven 170°C (150°C