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cranberry cake

Tart fresh cranberries, sweet buttery cake, and a fantastic texture all combine in this delightful Cranberry Christmas Cake. A holiday favorite that's easy to make and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour see notes for gluten-free alternative
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). With a mixer, beat the eggs with the sugar until slightly thickened and light in color, about 5-7 minutes. The mixture should almost double in size. The eggs work as your leavening agent in this recipe, so do not skip this step. This mixture should form a ribbon when you lift the beaters out of the bowl.
  • Add the softened butter and vanilla extract; mix two more minutes until well combined. Stir in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Add the fresh cranberries and gently stir to mix throughout the batter.
  • Spread the batter evenly in a buttered 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the cake is very lightly browned and a toothpick inserted near the center of the cake comes out clean. (Baking time may vary, typically around 43 minutes.)
  • Let the cake cool completely in the pan before cutting into small slices. For party servings, cut into fairly small pieces (about 1x2 inches) for easy enjoyment.

Notes

For a gluten-free alternative, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. This cake is best enjoyed the day it's made or the day after. Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting into slices for the best texture and presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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