Cranberry Walnut Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

This Cranberry Walnut Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the rich flavor of walnuts. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of the year.

The recipe is easy to follow and yields a moist, flavorful cake that pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy this delicious addition to your desserts recipe collection.

Moist Cranberry Walnut Cake

This cake features a tender crumb infused with fresh cranberries and crunchy walnuts, making it a festive and satisfying dessert. The preparation time is about 20 minutes, and it bakes in about 50 minutes, serving 8 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.