Description
Fresh Cranberry Tea Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tart cranberries with a soft, buttery cake. Each slice bursts with flavor, making it an excellent choice for afternoon tea or casual gatherings. The aromatic spices and moist texture will have everyone asking for seconds. This cake not only elevates any occasion but also brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture along with the milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in fresh cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan; smooth out the top and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg