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Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe

Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe

This Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake is a deliciously moist and tender cake combining the tartness of dried cranberries with the sweetness of creamy white chocolate chips and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any occasion, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and a soft crumb that melts in your mouth.

  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings (9x9 inch pan) 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Add-ins

  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips

Cream Cheese Icing

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy for a tender texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to maintain a smooth batter.
  4. Incorporate Sour Cream and Dry Mix: Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Fold in Cranberries and White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips evenly without breaking down the batter.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 9×9 inch pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Make the Cream Cheese Icing: While the cake cools, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and add a splash of milk or cream until the icing is smooth and spreadable.
  8. Frost and Serve: Spread the cream cheese icing evenly over the cooled cake. Optionally, garnish with extra dried cranberries or white chocolate shavings. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure butter, eggs, and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Use the spoon-and-level method when measuring flour to avoid a dense cake.
  • Mix ingredients just until combined to keep the cake tender.
  • Check that your baking powder is fresh to ensure proper rising.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before applying icing to prevent melting or sliding.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square (about 1/9 of cake)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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