Baked Cranberry Dessert
A vibrant and tangy dessert featuring fresh cranberries baked into a tender cake, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. The combination of tart cranberries and sweet vanilla creates a delightful flavor contrast that appeals to all ages, served warm with butter sauce for added richness.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Sift the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt) together in a mixing bowl.
- Add the Crisco shortening and milk to the dry ingredients.
- Blend in the egg and vanilla, then mix until smooth.
- Beat the mixture for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the cranberries.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes or until tested done.
- Serve hot with butter sauce.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).