Best 4 Banana Cranberry Dessert Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Banana Cranberry Dessert, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. This delectable treat features a luscious combination of ripe bananas, vibrant cranberries, and a medley of spices, all enveloped in a velvety smooth custard filling. Discover two irresistible variations of this dessert: the classic baked version and a no-bake option for those who prefer a quick and effortless indulgence. Whether you're craving a comforting dessert after a hearty meal or simply seeking a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, this Banana Cranberry Dessert is sure to hit the spot. Embark on a culinary journey and let the symphony of flavors transport you to a realm of pure bliss.

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CRANBERRY BANANA BREAD



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Use up the leftover cranberries, freeze the loaf for later. I often make half of this into a loaf and half into small muffins.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sugar
1/4-1/2 cup butter or 1/4-1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 cup mashed banana
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh cranberries or 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
  • Grease an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 inch loaf pan.
  • Mix sugar and butter in a medium mixing bowl until completely blended.
  • Add banana, milk and eggs, mixing well.
  • Add dry ingredients, mixing just until moist.
  • Stir in nuts and cranberries.
  • Spread batter evenly in the loaf pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of the bread comes out clean.
  • Remove from pan, cool on rack.

BANANA CRANBERRY BREAD



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I always have leftover cranberry sauce after Thanksgiving, so I created this recipe which is very moist and delicious.

Provided by LINDA VOLLRATH

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Cranberry Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup shortening
3 eggs
3 mashed bananas
1 cup cranberry sauce
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, and mix in bananas, cranberry sauce, milk, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually blend flour mixture into the banana mixture. Fold in walnuts. Pour into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack, and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 116 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

CRANBERRY BANANA COFFEE CAKE



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I make this moist cake for Christmas morning every year. It tastes like banana bread but has a sweet golden topping with a nutty crunch. -Gloria Friesen, Casper, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with bananas, beating well after each addition. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Top with cranberry sauce., In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; stir in butter. Sprinkle over cranberries. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY DESSERT



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Make and share this Cranberry Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wanda Fornal

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cranberries, chop in food processor
1 banana, diced in small pieces
2/3 cup sugar
2 cups vanilla wafers, crushed (food processor)
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup powdered sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Mix cranberries, banana, and sugar - set aside.
  • Place half of crumbs in baking dish.
  • Cream sugar and butter, add eggs.
  • Beat well (beat the devil out of it).
  • Spread over vanilla wafer crumbs.
  • Then spread cranberry mixture over egg mixture.
  • Spread nuts over cranberry mixture.
  • Whip the cream (add a little sugar).
  • Spread over nuts.
  • Now put remaining crumbs over that.
  • Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 87.7, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 23, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your dessert will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the dessert tough.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This ensures that the dessert is cooked through.
  • Let the dessert cool completely before serving: This allows the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  • Serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or yogurt: This adds a delicious and creamy touch to the dessert.

Conclusion:

This banana cranberry dessert is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be ready in just over an hour. The dessert is moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please everyone. It is also a healthy dessert, as it is made with whole wheat flour and oats. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert to make, give this banana cranberry dessert a try. You won't be disappointed!

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