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Cranberry Pecan Cake on a festive table

Cranberry Pecan Cake (Christmas Breakfast Recipe): A Sweet Slice of Holiday Magic

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This Cranberry Pecan Cake (Christmas Breakfast Recipe) is a moist, buttery cake loaded with tart cranberries and toasted pecans—perfect for a festive morning treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a bundt or 9×13 pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk into the wet mixture.
  6. Fold in cranberries and pecans.
  7. Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool completely before glazing or serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best tart flavor.
  • Toss cranberries and pecans in flour to prevent sinking.
  • Can be made 2 days in advance.
  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg