Description
Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake is a festive and delicious dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of white chocolate, all topped with a creamy frosting.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (thawed if frozen)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or chunks
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal and even baking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter with sugar until fluffy and pale.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with sour cream or Greek yogurt in two additions.
- Carefully fold in the cranberries and white chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix in heavy cream or milk until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake and garnish as desired.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh cranberries when in season.
- You can use Greek yogurt for a tangy flavor or sour cream for a richer texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg