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Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake, a moist and tender cake bursting with tangy dried cranberries and sweet white chocolate chips. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, fresh cranberries, and a drizzle of melted white chocolate, this coffee cake brings festive flavors and a perfect balance of sweetness to your breakfast or dessert table.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ – 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup buttermilk or sour cream
  • ¾ cup white chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries (soaked in warm water for 20 minutes, then well drained and towel dried)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp orange extract or zest of ½ orange

Decoration

  • 2 Tbsp white chocolate chips (melted)
  • ⅔ cup dried cranberries (soaked in warm water for 20 minutes, then well drained and towel dried)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the middle. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan or a 10-inch round pan with nonstick spray, or alternatively, butter and flour it well to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 large eggs, 1 cup sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until well combined and slightly fluffy.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add 1 cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ½ to 1 teaspoon ground ginger. Whisk these ingredients together just until incorporated and no dry streaks remain.
  4. Incorporate Butter and Buttermilk: Add the ½ cup melted butter and ½ cup buttermilk (or sour cream) to the batter, whisking after each addition until fully blended.
  5. Fold in Chips and Cranberries: Gently fold in ¾ cup white chocolate chips and ¾ cup dried cranberries that have been soaked, drained, and towel dried to avoid excess moisture, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a bowl, whisk together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon orange extract or the zest of half an orange until smooth and creamy.
  8. Melt the White Chocolate: Gently melt 2 tablespoons of white chocolate chips in short bursts in the microwave, stirring between bursts to achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency. Transfer the melted chocolate to a ziplock bag and snip off a small corner for drizzling.
  9. Assemble the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake using a spatula. Sprinkle ⅔ cup of soaked and dried cranberries evenly on top of the frosting.
  10. Decorate and Set: Drizzle the melted white chocolate in a zigzag pattern over the cranberries. Allow the chocolate drizzle to set for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cutting and serving your Cranberry Bliss Coffee Cake.

Notes

  • Soak dried cranberries in warm water for 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry to prevent excess moisture in the batter and frosting.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with sour cream if desired for similar tenderness.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the cream cheese frosting.
  • Use fresh orange zest for a brighter citrus flavor in the frosting if orange extract is unavailable.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

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