Cranberry Lemon Pound Cake 

Cranberry Lemon Pound Cake

Introduction

Cranberry Lemon Pound Cake is a delightful and vibrant dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the zesty, refreshing flavor of lemon.

This cake is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special treat during the colder months.

Its moist, dense texture is typical of traditional pound cakes but with a fruity twist that makes it both delicious and visually appealing.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Preparation:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add Eggs:

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Incorporate Lemon:

Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

Combine with Dry Ingredients:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Add Cranberries:

Fold in the cranberries (and nuts if using) into the batter.

Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Serve:

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Conclusion

The Cranberry Lemon Pound Cake is a festive and flavorful dessert that beautifully marries the sharpness of cranberries with the freshness of lemon.

It’s ideal for those who appreciate a less overtly sweet dessert.

Its colorful appearance and delightful flavors make it a popular choice for festive occasions and family gatherings, providing a lovely centerpiece that is as tasty as it is attractive.