The White Christmas Cranberry Pound Cake stands out with its moist texture and the vibrant burst of cranberries. Paired with a luscious white chocolate and cream cheese frosting, it’s a cake that promises to impress at any Christmas gathering. This festive treat is not just a delight for the eyes but a resounding joy for the palette, ensuring a spot at the centre of your holiday table.
Christmas Cranberry Pound Cake
Ingredients
- Cranberries: You’ll need a doubled amount compared to a standard recipe.
- White Chocolate: For drizzling over the cake.
- Cream Cheese: For the frosting.
- Powdered Sugar: Used in both the cake and frosting.
- Standard Pound Cake Ingredients: Flour, butter, eggs, sugar, etc. (exact measurements not provided in the scrape).
- Frosting: Cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar, used to cover the cake.
- Decorations: Additional dried cranberries for topping the cake.
Instructions
Prepare the Cake: Using your typical pound cake method, double the amount of cranberries added to the batter. Omit any orange zest if commonly used in your standard recipe.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a suitable baking mold and bake at the recommended temperature for pound cakes until done. The exact time and temperature are usually around 325°F (163°C) for about 60 to 70 minutes, but check based on your oven and cake pan size.
Make the Frosting: Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar until you reach a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top and sides evenly.
Decorate: Sprinkle dried cranberries over the frosted cake.
Drizzle: Melt white chocolate and drizzle it across the top of the frosted cake for a festive touch.
Serve: Allow the cake to set slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- The cake looks very festive and is perfect for having as a centerpiece at your Christmas table. The combination of cranberries and white chocolate not only tastes great but also looks very appealing.
- Make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the cream cheese frosting from melting.
Enjoy baking this delightful Christmas Cranberry Pound Cake, which is sure to impress your guests with both its taste and its festive appearance!
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