Chocolate Cranberry Christmas Cake
Indulge in the festive delight of this Chocolate Cranberry Christmas Cake, where rich chocolate meets the tartness of cranberries for a truly enchanting treat. Perfectly moist and visually stunning, this cake is an ideal centerpiece for holiday gatherings, bringing warmth and sweetness to cherished moments with family and friends. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, it’s a delightful way to celebrate the season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (halved)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then gradually add milk while mixing until smooth.
- Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated. Gently fold in cranberries and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg