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Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe

Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe
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A moist and flavorful Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake perfect for breakfast or dessert, combining tart fresh cranberries, sweet white chocolate chips, and a tender crumb topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Easy to prepare and beautifully presented, this cake delivers a harmonious balance of flavors that is sure to become a favorite treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, rinsed
  • 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon orange zest

Glaze Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a baking pan with parchment paper. Measure all ingredients, zest the orange if using, and rinse fresh cranberries to prepare for use.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures the leavening is evenly distributed for a perfect rise.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: Using a stand mixer or hand mixers, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is fluffy and light in color, about 3 to 4 minutes. This incorporates air essential for a tender cake.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract to impart a warm and fragrant flavor to the batter.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Gently fold in fresh cranberries and white chocolate chips, taking care not to crush the berries.
  6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.
  7. Prepare and apply the glaze: Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and orange zest until smooth. Spread the glaze generously over the cooled cake. Optionally, garnish with extra cranberries or white chocolate shavings for an attractive finish.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and cream cheese for smooth mixing and ideal texture.
  • Gently fold the flour mixture into wet ingredients to avoid a tough cake.
  • Fresh cranberries are preferred over dried for juicier, more vibrant bites.
  • A glass or light-colored metal baking pan helps prevent over-browning on the edges.
  • Adjust powdered sugar to achieve desired glaze consistency—thicker for piping, thinner for drizzling.
  • You can substitute chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
  • For gluten-free, use a gluten-free baking blend instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Dairy-free options include coconut yogurt in place of buttermilk and dairy-free cream cheese for the glaze.

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Keywords: cranberry, coffee cake, white chocolate, cream cheese glaze, breakfast cake, dessert

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