Fresh cranberries bring a natural sparkle to holiday baking—bright color, juicy tartness, and a flavor you simply cannot replicate with dried fruit. This Fresh Cranberry Cake is soft, buttery, and beautifully golden on the outside, while inside it’s bursting with pops of juicy cranberries. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, it’s an effortless dessert that looks elegant on any holiday table.
Whether you’re preparing for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just craving a cozy winter dessert, this cake offers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to make and requires only basic ingredients you probably already have at home.
Let’s bake the cake that everyone will ask for again and again!
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Fresh Cranberry Cake
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✔ Moist, tender crumb
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✔ Beautiful festive look – perfect for holiday gatherings
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✔ Uses fresh cranberries for bright flavor
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✔ Easy one-bowl batter
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✔ Great for breakfast, dessert, or with coffee
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✔ Freezes wonderfully
This recipe is foolproof and works every single time.
🍒 Ingredients for Fresh Cranberry Cake
Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
Fruit
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2 cups fresh cranberries (whole)
Topping
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Powdered sugar for dusting
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Fresh rosemary sprigs or additional cranberries for garnish (optional)
