Description
This delightful Cranberry Christmas Cake captures the essence of the holiday season with its moist texture and the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Every bite is a festive celebration, featuring juicy cranberries and warm spices that evoke memories of joyful gatherings. Easy to prepare, this cake serves as a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table, making it ideal for family dinners or potlucks. Wrap yourself in the warmth of the season with this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (rinsed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg