Light and Easy Fresh Cranberry Cake
Delight your taste buds with this *Light and Easy Fresh Cranberry Cake*, a simple yet stunning dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe showcases tart, vibrant fresh cranberries nestled in a fluffy, buttery cake that's subtly sweetened to let the fruit's natural tang shine through. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an approachable bake ideal for beginners and experienced bakers alike. The cake’s golden, tender crumb combined with a dusting of powdered sugar creates a rustic, elegant presentation. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoy it on its own alongside a steaming cup of coffee during the holidays. Whether for a casual gathering or a festive celebration, this cranberry cake is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold the fresh cranberries into the batter using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.0 g | 235% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2315 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 552.8 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 333.8 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 811 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
