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Cranberry Christmas Cake

Tasty Cranberry Christmas Cake That's Perfect for the Holidays

Discover the delightful tartness and sweetness of this Cranberry Christmas Cake, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 3 large Eggs Provides structure and leavening
  • 1 cup Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute for gluten-free: 1 1/4 cup brown rice flour + 1/2 cup potato starch + 1/4 cup tapioca starch + 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
For the Main Ingredient
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Can use frozen, thawed slightly

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan.
  2. Combine eggs and sugar in a bowl, beat until thick and pale, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add softened butter and vanilla, mix on low for 2 minutes until creamy.
  4. Gradually add flour, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in cranberries until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread batter into greased baking pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 40-50 minutes until lightly browned and toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Allow the cake to cool before slicing to maintain its structure. Store covered to keep crispness.

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