Cranberry Christmas Cake (Recipe for Printing)
Moist, festive cranberry cake with a hint of vanilla, ideal for holiday gatherings. Four basic ingredients deliver a sweet, tart dessert. Great for December celebrations. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 large eggs
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2 cups granulated sugar
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3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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12 ounces fresh cranberries
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan thoroughly.
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In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat eggs with sugar for 5-7 minutes until the mixture becomes thick, pale, and nearly doubles in volume. The batter should form ribbons when lifted from the beaters.
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Add softened butter and vanilla extract to the mixture. Mix for an additional 2 minutes until fully integrated.
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Fold in all-purpose flour until just combined. Gently stir in fresh cranberries, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
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Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the surface is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean. Begin checking for doneness at 40 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Cut into small pieces, approximately 1x2 inches, for easy serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Beating the eggs and sugar until thick is essential, as the eggs provide the necessary lift and structure. Refrain from overmixing the flour to maintain a tender crumb.