Cherry Buckle
Cherry Buckle is a classic American coffee cake or dessert, characterized by a buttery, yellow cake base studded with fresh or canned cherries and topped with a sweet, crumbly streusel topping. It's a staple of home baking, especially during cherry season, and is believed to have originated in the Midwest or Pacific Northwest regions of the United States.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a typical cake, it is high in carbohydrates from flour and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from butter and eggs. A single serving provides a good source of quick energy and some dietary fiber from the cherries, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 per slice.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 µg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 1 piece (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'buckle' is thought to come from the way the streusel topping causes the cake's surface to 'buckle' or sink slightly as it bakes, creating a rustic, textured appearance. Nutritionally, the cherries add a boost of antioxidants and vitamin C, which is somewhat unique for a rich, indulgent cake.
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