Delicious and moist cranberry apple cake recipe

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Delicious and moist cranberry apple cake recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 16, 2023

Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet apples and tart cranberries with this moist and flavorful cranberry apple cake. Made with simple ingredients, this cake is easy to prepare and will leave your taste buds wanting more. Serve it as a dessert or enjoy it with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this homemade cake masterpiece!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced apples and cranberries.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, walnuts, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture over the cake batter, distributing it evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, slice and serve the delicious cranberry apple cake. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cranberries are rich in antioxidants and are great for boosting immune health.
  • Apples are a good source of fiber and can aid in digestion.
  • The combination of cranberries and apples adds a burst of flavor and juiciness to the cake.
  • This cake is a perfect fall dessert, but it can be enjoyed year-round.