Cranberry Ice Cream Swirl Cake

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 gallon cranberry ice cream, softened

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9 inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into the batter alternately with the milk. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
3. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
4. Spread the softened cranberry ice cream over the cooled cake. Place the cake in the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Cranberries are native to North America and have been used in recipes for centuries.
• Cranberries are high in antioxidants and are known to have many health benefits.
• Cranberry ice cream is a unique flavor that is both sweet and tart, and pairs well with a variety of other flavors.