Tender and Perfectly Tart Cranberry Cake

Ingredients:

1. 2 cups fresh cranberries (90 kcal)
2. 1 cup granulated sugar (800 kcal)
3. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (960 kcal)
4. 2 large eggs
5. 1 tsp vanilla extract
6. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
7. 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
8. 1/4 tsp salt
9. 1/2 cup whole milk
10. Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Prep Cranberries

• Rinse and dry fresh cranberries. Toss them in a bit of flour to prevent sinking during baking.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar

• In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla

• Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5: Incorporate Dry and Wet Mixtures

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with whole milk. Mix until just combined.

Step 6: Fold in Cranberries

• Gently fold in the floured cranberries into the batter.

Step 7: Bake

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a baking pan. Pour the batter and spread it evenly.

Step 8: Bake to Perfection

• Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9: Optional Dusting

• Allow the cranberry cake to cool, then dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

Step 10: Slice and Enjoy

• Slice and relish every bite of this Tender and Perfectly Tart Cranberry Cake—a delightful blend of textures and flavors that captures the essence of cranberry bliss.