Description
Christmas Cranberry Pound Cake is a delightful holiday treat that captures the essence of the season. With tart cranberries nestled in a moist, buttery pound cake, this recipe creates an enchanting aroma that fills your home with warmth and joy. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy mornings, this cake will be the star of your holiday table, bringing friends and family together to share heartwarming memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups fresh cranberries, rinsed and halved
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually fold into the wet mixture.
- Stir in milk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently fold in cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add a splash of orange juice or mix in chopped nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.