Best 6 Fresh Cran Apple Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible Fresh Cran-Apple Cake, a harmonious blend of tart cranberries and sweet apples, nestled in a moist and tender crumb. This exquisite cake is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Our recipe collection features two captivating variations of this classic dessert: a classic Fresh Cran-Apple Cake and a delectable Gluten-Free Fresh Cran-Apple Cake. Both recipes are meticulously crafted to ensure a moist, fluffy cake with a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness. Whether you prefer a traditional or gluten-free diet, we have the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings.

The classic Fresh Cran-Apple Cake is a timeless treasure, featuring a moist and tender crumb studded with fresh cranberries and crisp apple pieces. The harmonious blend of flavors is enhanced by a sprinkling of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a warm and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen.

For those with gluten sensitivities, our Gluten-Free Fresh Cran-Apple Cake offers a delightful alternative without compromising on taste or texture. This recipe utilizes a blend of gluten-free flours to create a light and fluffy cake that rivals its traditional counterpart. The vibrant cranberries and apples still take center stage, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite.

Both recipes are adorned with a luscious maple glaze, adding an extra layer of sweetness and richness to the cake. The glaze perfectly complements the tartness of the cranberries and the sweetness of the apples, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave you wanting seconds.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRESH APPLE CAKE



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This easy apple cake gets covered with a sweet cream cheese frosting and chopped nuts.

Provided by Carolyn

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
3 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 ½ cups apples - peeled, cored and diced
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins
1 (16 ounce) container cream cheese frosting
¼ cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease one 10 inch tube pan.
  • Beat together the oil, eggs, vanilla and sugar.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add to egg mixture; stir in apples, nuts and raisins.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 1 1/2 hrs or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool and frost with cream cheese icing. Sprinkle top with 1/4 cup fine chopped nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690.7 calories, Carbohydrate 81.4 g, Cholesterol 39.9 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 350.8 mg, Sugar 55 g

CRAN-APPLE WALNUT CAKE



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I rely on applesauce to keep this crowd-pleasing cake tender and moist. The blend of nuts, cranberries and apples complements the subtle hint of wheat flour for terrific taste.-Martha Pollock, Oregonia, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large egg
2 large egg whites
1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking sdoa
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups chopped peeled apples
2 cups fresh cranberries, halved
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the egg, egg whites, brown sugar, oil, applesauce and vanilla. , Combine the dry ingredients; stir into applesauce mixture just until blended. Fold in the apples, cranberries and walnuts. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY CRANBERRY AND APPLE CAKE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h12m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over for stems
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 tablespoon grated orange zest (2 oranges)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Combine the cranberries, apple, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs on medium-high speed for 2 minutes. With the mixer on medium, add 1 cup of the granulated sugar, the butter, vanilla, and sour cream and beat just until combined. On low speed, slowly add the flour and salt.
  • Pour the fruit mixture evenly into a 10-inch glass pie plate. Pour the batter over the fruit, covering it completely. Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon and sprinkle it over the batter. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Serve warm or at room temperature.

FRESH CRAN-APPLE CAKE



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This is a relatively new recipe in my house. My mom got it from one of her elderly aunts. I've made it a couple of times in the last year and always get good reviews from friends and family. It goes together fairly quickly and makes your home smell wonderful while it is baking.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 cups flour (may use whole wheat)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups apples, sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 lb fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Cream together oil and sugar.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, and beat well.
  • Sift together flour and dry ingredients.
  • Add to first mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir in apples, cranberries and nuts.
  • This is a very thick mixture.
  • Heat oven to 350°F and bake in well greased 9x13-inch pan for 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.9, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 318.7, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 20.9, Protein 4.1

EASY CRANBERRY & APPLE CAKE



Easy Cranberry & Apple Cake image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Mixer     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Apple     Fall     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over for stems
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and medium-diced
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon grated orange zest (2 oranges)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Combine the cranberries, apple, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs on medium-high speed for 2 minutes. With the mixer on medium, add 1 cup of the granulated sugar, the butter, vanilla, and sour cream and beat just until combined. On low speed, slowly add the flour and salt.
  • Pour the fruit mixture evenly into a 10-inch glass pie plate. Pour the batter over the fruit, covering it completely. Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon and sprinkle it over the batter. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until a tooth-pick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Serve warm or at room temperature.

APPLE CRANBERRY BUNDT CAKE



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This cake is very easy to make. Looked delicious when I seen it made on TV everyone that tasted it said it was moist and yummy. The recipe comes courtsy KCRA TV and Apple Hill.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups apples, peeled & sliced
1 cup canola oil
1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
1 cup nuts, chopped
2 cups sugar or 1 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
powdered sugar, for dusting (opitional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees; prepare bundt or tube pan by greasing & flouring.
  • Mix together flour. salt & baking powder.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and mix together until blended, batter will be stiff.
  • Spread into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Topping: Mix all ingredients together; EXCEPT powdered sugar; until well blended.
  • Pour topping over and down sides of hot cake while still in pan.
  • Let cool for 30 minutes before removing from pan.
  • Optional; dust top with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.3, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 38.5, Sodium 285.9, Carbohydrate 52.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 30.8, Protein 4.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries and apples. Fresh fruits will give your cake the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Use a cream cheese frosting. Cream cheese frosting is a classic pairing for cranberry apple cake.

Conclusion:

Cranberry apple cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you are looking for a delicious and festive dessert to serve at your next holiday party, cranberry apple cake is a great option.

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