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Close-up of a Cranberry Coffee Cake with textured surface, illuminated by warm natural light.

Cranberry Coffee Cake Recipe

A delicious and moist coffee cake featuring tart cranberries and a cinnamon-sugar topping, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
Dry ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
Flavorings and toppings
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to wet mixture; fold in cranberries and nuts.
  5. Pour batter into pan, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon, then bake 40-45 mins.
  6. Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, add a touch of orange zest to the batter.