How to Make Salmonberry Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmonberries are a delicious and vibrant red fruit that grows wild in the Pacific Northwest. These sweet and tart berries are a true gem of the region and are often used in jams, jellies, and baked goods. One of the best ways to showcase their unique flavor is in a Salmonberry Cake.

This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply craving a sweet treat. The vibrant pink hue of the salmonberries adds a beautiful and natural touch ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups salmonberries, divided
  • ¾ cup water, or as needed
  • 1 (16.5 ounce) package white cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans.
  • Press 2 cups of salmonberries through a metal mesh strainer into a bowl using the back of a large spoon; discard contents of strainer. Pour salmonberry pulp and juice (it will be about 1 1/4 cups) from bowl into a 2-cup measuring cup; pour in enough water to bring the pulp and juice to 2 cups. Stir well.
  • Place cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and 1 cup salmonberry mixture in a bowl; blend with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened, about 30 seconds. Beat cake mixture at medium speed for 2 minutes. Fold remaining 1 1/2 cups whole salmonberries into cake mixture; pour evenly into prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  • While cake is baking, cook remaining 1 cup salmonberry mixture, remaining 1/2 cup whole salmonberries, and sugar in a saucepan over medium high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to simmer; remove from heat.
  • To assemble: While cake is still warm, gently poke holes all over the top of the cake layers with a fork. Pour half the cooled salmonberry mixture over each cake layer; allow to cool completely. Allow to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    127 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 140mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 31mg