Cherry Loaf To Cheer You Up!

1. 1

   Wash and dry the cherries and toss them in a little flour in a bowl.

2. 2

   Line and grease a 1kg loaf tin.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, one at a time, using an electric mixer on slow, then medium and gradually on high speed, until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add sugar and cream well.

5. 5

   Then, mix in the margarine, alternating with the flour.

6. 6

   Add essence and mix well.

7. 7

   Then, toss in the cherries and mix once again.

8. 8

   Spoon the prepared cherry loaf mixture into the greased and lined loaf tin evenly.

9. 9

   Scatter the crushed sugar, if using, on top.

10. 10

    Bake this in the centre of a moderate oven at 160C or gas-mark 3 for 1 3/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of the loaf comes out clean.

11. 11

    Turn out onto a wire rack and allow to cool completely.

12. 12

    Slice and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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