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Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe

Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe
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This Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake is a moist, flavorful treat combining tart fresh cranberries and creamy white chocolate chips in a tender sour cream-infused cake, topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings, it balances sweetness and tang with a fluffy texture and easy preparation using common ingredients.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ¼ cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 ½ cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare your pan and preheat oven: Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy release. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready once your batter is mixed.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the melted butter and sugar until combined and slightly fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Incorporate dry and wet mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the batter light.
  5. Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips: Carefully fold in fresh cranberries and white chocolate chips, distributing them evenly without crushing the berries.
  6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare cream cheese frosting: While the cake is baking, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until soft and creamy. Adjust the cream quantity for desired frosting spreadability.
  8. Frost and garnish: After the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with extra fresh cranberries or white chocolate chips as desired for a beautiful finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for best texture; frozen ones may add excess moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and fluffy.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and sliding.
  • Use room temperature eggs and dairy for smoother blending.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center before removing from the oven.
  • Toss cranberries in a little flour before folding into batter to prevent sinking.

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Keywords: cranberry coffee cake, cranberry bliss, cream cheese frosting, holiday dessert, brunch cake, white chocolate chips, moist cake

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