Step #1
Method: (Makes 1 cake 8-10 slices)
Step #2
Wash the syrup off the cherries, dry and quarter. Mix with the ground almonds and set aside. Place the cake mix, water and vegetable oil into a bowl and beat for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth batter.
Step #3
Add the ground almond and cherry mixture to the cake batter and mix well.
Step #4
Place in a well greased and lined 8” cake tin.
Step #5
Sprinkle over the flaked almonds. Bake in a preheated oven 180°C (360°F) Gas Mark 4 for 55-60 minutes until firm to the touch.
Step #6
Allow to cool for 15 minutes before removing from the tin and placing onto a wire rack to cool completely.
