Baked Cranberry Dessert

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

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.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sifted flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons Crisco shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups whole raw cranberries
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Sift the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt) together in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the Crisco shortening and milk to the dry ingredients.
  3. Blend in the egg and vanilla, then mix until smooth.
  4. Beat the mixture for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cranberries.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square pan.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes or until tested done.
  8. Serve hot with butter sauce.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

704 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 30g 38% DV
Carbs 94.5g 34% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 32.9g 66% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12495.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 343.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 63.3mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1649.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.3mg 35% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

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).

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