Cranberry Christmas Cake
Cranberry Christmas Cake is a festive delight that embodies the spirit of the holiday season. This easy-to-make cake combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with warm spices like cinnamon, creating a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire, each slice invites you to experience the joy of Christmas flavors. With its vibrant colors, this cake not only tastes great but also serves as an eye-catching centerpiece for your festive table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until fully incorporated. Gently fold in cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg