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Cranberry Christmas Cake


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  • Author: Michaela Thompson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Description

Cranberry Christmas Cake is a festive delight that combines the sweet-tart flavor of fresh cranberries with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This moist cake, perfect for holiday gatherings, is easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Picture yourselves enjoying this treat together, creating joyful memories around the table. With its stunning appearance and delightful aroma, this cake will transform any occasion into a celebration.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture and fold in cranberries gently.
  5. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with water or milk until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg