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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully combined.
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Mix in the milk and almond extract until evenly incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
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Gently fold in the pitted cherries and half of the sliced almonds.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle the remaining sliced almonds evenly on top.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.