Cran Cake W/Sauce

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Servings: 9 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, tender cake bursting with tart fresh cranberries, topped with a warm, glossy berry sauce.
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This Cran Cake is a delightful, rustic dessert that balances the bright acidity of fresh cranberries with a soft, buttery crumb. The cake itself is simple, relying on basic pantry staples like flour, sugar, and milk to create a neutral canvas that lets the fruit shine. As it bakes, the cranberries pop, releasing pockets of tart juice throughout the batter. The accompanying warm sauce adds a layer of glossy sweetness that ties the whole dish together. It’s an easy, comforting treat perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weekend brunch. Serve it slightly warm for the best texture and flavor.

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Cran Cake W/Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 9 Calories: 80.7

Description

This Cran Cake is a delightful, rustic dessert that balances the bright acidity of fresh cranberries with a soft, buttery crumb. The cake itself is simple, relying on basic pantry staples like flour, sugar, and milk to create a neutral canvas that lets the fruit shine. As it bakes, the cranberries pop, releasing pockets of tart juice throughout the batter. The accompanying warm sauce adds a layer of glossy sweetness that ties the whole dish together. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, comforting treat perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weekend brunch. Serve it slightly warm for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Mix in 3 tablespoons softened butter and 1 cup milk until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in 3 cups fresh whole cranberries.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving with warm cranberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9

Amount Per Serving
Calories 80.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.1g14%
Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
Cholesterol 24.2mg9%
Sodium 72.3mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cranberry, cake, dessert, fruit, baking, holiday, winter, easy, glaze, sauce, breakfast, brunch, vegetarian, homemade, comfort food
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