Ingredients for Cranberry Christmas Cake<\/h2>\n
Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until they’re slightly thickened and light yellow, about five minutes. Add the butter and almond extract, and beat for an additional two minutes. Gently stir in the flour until just combined. Fold in the cranberries and pecans. (The batter will be thick.)<\/p>\n Spread the batter in a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Slice the cake into squares, and if desired, serve each piece with whipped cream and an additional cranberry on top.<\/p>\n When completely cooled, this easy cake can be stored covered at room temperature for two to three days.<\/p>\n This cake freezes well up to three months if properly stored. The key is wrapping it well to prevent freezer burn. Try wrapping with plastic wrap and then a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. 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There are never left overs and nothing goes in the trash. This cake is incredible.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-09-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cherrylady"},"reviewBody":" I've been making this coffee cake for years. We love the almond extract! the tart cranberries! and the crunch of the nuts! Never leftovers!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kpaolina"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this for YEARS & YEARS - for Thanksgiving, for football parties, for my kids' school events. It is always a hit! Sometimes I cut it in small pieces and put it in cupcake foils to make it easy to eat as a finger food rather than needing a fork.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes"},"reviewBody":"The tart cranberries perfectly accent the tender sweet cake, which has a light sugary crust on top. This recipe is a definite keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"topperbell"},"reviewBody":"OMG...this came out perfect and so good.the tangy cranberries...wow...I added walnuts and little bits of chocolate....OMG this is so good...everyone should try it....","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cherrylady"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this cake for years. It is an absolute favorite at my house. The almond extract and tart cranberry flavors are terrific together! This is Thanksgiving breakfast coffee cake for us. A DEFINITE KEEPER!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jmkasprak"},"reviewBody":"I had an extra bag of fresh cranberries leftover from Thanksgiving, so I made this cake and sent it to work with Hubby. They devoured it, said it was moist and delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Edyne Jurai","givenName":"Edyne","familyName":"Jurai"},"reviewBody":"OUTSTANDING! This is delicious! I LOVED it! As others have mentioned, the tartness of the cranberries and the sweet cake make a wonderfully tasty combination! I DEFINITELY plan to make this wonderful cake again on!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TheDix"},"reviewBody":"I've made this recipe several times. It is always tasty. For a made from scratch cake it goes together quickly.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ShirleyinNJ"},"reviewBody":"I have also been using this recipe for years. EVERY.single.time I make it, I'm asked for the recipe. This past Thanksgiving, I had 2 pies and 2 cakes. This one was the only one to completely be eaten. LOVE it! :D","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"louhack"},"reviewBody":"This is a great and satisfying treat. My whole family loved it. My husband does not like cake or cranberries and even he liked it. The sweetness of the cake and the tang of the berries is a perfect combination.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shecooksalot"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is so easy and so good that it is definately a keeper. The almond extract gives the cake a nice flavor and goes very nicely with the cranberries. Love it!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"houstonhoney49"},"reviewBody":"The sweet buttery cake and tangy cranberries are a perfect match for each other. I'm making it for my jewelry guild - they'll love it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hendia1"},"reviewBody":"I made this cake based on everyone's 5 star rating of the recipe and they were right. It is very tasty...the sweet taste of the cranberries mixed with the almond flavor is delicious. I will freeze some bags of cranberries so I can make this cake during the coming year. One of my favorites.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Gina23"},"reviewBody":"I've been making this rich, sweet-tart cake for years now. A wonderful fall or winter dessert for the holidays. Excellent with a dollop of fresh whipped cream!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"peanuts06"},"reviewBody":"can I us e dry cranberri es","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sportbominable"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe! It is so moist and delicious. I freeze cranberries in the fall so I can make this cake all year long!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"btrelect"},"reviewBody":"Very delicious, the whipped topping with the tart cranberries was wonderful......","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cherrylady"},"reviewBody":"If you love the tartness of cranberries, try this recipe. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Make the batter<\/h3>\n
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Ruthie Darling for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nStep 2: Bake and serve<\/h3>\n
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Ruthie Darling for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nCranberry Christmas Cake Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Cranberry Christmas Cake<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze this Christmas cake with cranberries?<\/h3>\n
Cranberry Christmas Cake Tips<\/h2>\n
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Ruthie Darling for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nHow do you make cake easier to cut and serve?<\/h3>\n
What’s the best way to thaw cranberries?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Can you make this Christmas cranberry cake in a different pan?<\/h3>\n
Cranberry Christmas Cake Tips<\/h2>
Should frozen cranberries be measured before or after they are thawed?<\/h3>If you use frozen cranberries for this recipe, you should measure them frozen. Frozen cranberries are the same shape and size as fresh cranberries, but once they\u2019re thawed the cranberries will shrink and take up less space\u2014so you\u2019ll want to avoid adding too many cranberries to the recipe by measuring them after they\u2019re thawed. Check out our tips for how to weigh baking ingredients<\/a> like a baking pro.
Should cranberry Christmas cake be served warm or at room temperature?<\/h3>This cake can be served either way! Try serving it warm with our best ever vanilla ice cream recipe<\/a>, or room temperature with bourbon whipped cream<\/a>.
What is a traditional sauce served with cranberry Christmas cake?<\/h3>Want a little something extra to serve alongside cranberry Christmas cake? Try sweetened whipped cream, caramel sauce, orange curd, or really punch up that cranberry flavor by serving with cranberry orange sauce<\/a>.
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Should frozen cranberries be measured before or after they are thawed?<\/h3>If you use frozen cranberries for this recipe, you should measure them frozen. Frozen cranberries are the same shape and size as fresh cranberries, but once they\u2019re thawed the cranberries will shrink and take up less space\u2014so you\u2019ll want to avoid adding too many cranberries to the recipe by measuring them after they\u2019re thawed. Check out our tips for how to weigh baking ingredients<\/a> like a baking pro.
Should cranberry Christmas cake be served warm or at room temperature?<\/h3>This cake can be served either way! Try serving it warm with our best ever vanilla ice cream recipe<\/a>, or room temperature with bourbon whipped cream<\/a>.
What is a traditional sauce served with cranberry Christmas cake?<\/h3>Want a little something extra to serve alongside cranberry Christmas cake? Try sweetened whipped cream, caramel sauce, orange curd, or really punch up that cranberry flavor by serving with cranberry orange sauce<\/a>.
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