Best 4 Holiday Cranberry Pumpkin Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Holiday Cranberry Pumpkin Cake, a harmonious blend of festive flavors. This moist and tender cake bursts with the vibrant tartness of cranberries and the warm, comforting notes of pumpkin, perfectly balanced by a luscious cream cheese frosting. As you slice into this masterpiece, the vibrant red cranberries create a stunning visual contrast against the golden pumpkin cake, making it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

For those seeking a delightful medley of sweet and savory, our Cranberry Pumpkin Bread offers a satisfying combination of tangy cranberries, sweet pumpkin puree, and a hint of aromatic spices. This delectable bread is perfect for cozy gatherings, afternoon tea parties, or as a thoughtful gift for loved ones.

If you prefer individual servings, our irresistibly moist Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful treat. These muffins capture the essence of the holiday season with their tender pumpkin cake studded with tart cranberries and crowned with a sweet and tangy glaze. They're perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, quick snacks, or as a sweet ending to a festive meal.

And for those with a penchant for classic desserts, our Pumpkin Roll with Cranberry Filling is an absolute showstopper. This elegant dessert features a tender pumpkin cake rolled around a luscious cranberry filling, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Impress your guests with this stunning centerpiece, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-PUMPKIN SPICE CAKE



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Even though this is a light dessert, my kids love it. Since it's so popular, I stock up on canned pumpkin in the fall when it's on sale so I can make it all year long. -Cami LaForge, Murray, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large egg
1 large egg white
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a 9-in. square baking pan with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat egg and egg white until foamy. Add pumpkin, melted butter, oil and vanilla; beat until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir into egg mixture. Stir in cranberries, walnuts and orange zest. Transfer to prepared pan. , Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ALL-IN-ONE HOLIDAY BUNDT CAKE



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This holiday recipe comes from the baking expert Dorie Greenspan. She calls it "all-in-one" because it includes elements from both Thanksgiving and Christmas: pumpkin, nutmeg, cranberries and ginger. It's really the perfect dessert for either feast, or any occasion in between. If you like, half a cup of bittersweet chocolate chips make an unexpected but delicious addition.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 or more servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Pinch salt
1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon ginger powder)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups canned unsweetened pumpkin purée
1 large apple, peeled, cored and finely chopped
1 cup cranberries, halved or coarsely chopped
1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
Maple icing (optional; see Note)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees with a rack in the center. Butter a 9- to 10-inch (12-cup) Bundt pan.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and ginger powder, if you're using it instead of the grated ginger.
  • Working with a stand mixer, preferably fitted with a paddle attachment, or with a hand mixer in a large bowl, beat together the remaining butter and both sugars at medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 or 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, and beat for 1 minute after each addition. Beat in the vanilla.
  • Reduce the speed to low and add the pumpkin, apple and grated ginger, if using it. Don't be concerned if the batter looks curdled. Add the dry ingredients, mixing only until they are incorporated. With a rubber spatula, stir in the cranberries and pecans. Scrape the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake directly on the oven rack for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a thin knife inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Transfer to a rack and cool for 10 minutes before unmolding, then cool to room temperature on the rack. Serve in thick slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 360, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 155 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRANBERRY PUMPKIN BREAD



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Put leftover cranberries and pumpkin to great use in this moist quick bread. It's very good with my "secondhand turkey" casserole for an after-Thanksgiving meal. -Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups sugar
4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1/2 cup canola oil
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries and walnuts., Spoon into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PUMPKIN-CRANBERRY CAKE DOUGHNUTS



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Pumpkin and cranberry really say holiday in these moist, spiced-filled doughnuts. They are so good-try not to eat them all in one sitting! -Carolyn Cope, Allston, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying
SPICED SUGAR:
1 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla., Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger, cloves and nutmeg. Combine pumpkin and buttermilk. Add flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in cranberries. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. doughnut cutter. Reroll scraps. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry doughnuts, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. In a shallow bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg; roll warm doughnuts in mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and ripe cranberries: Use plump and deep-red cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Zest and juice the orange: Orange zest adds a bright citrus flavor to the cake, while the juice helps to balance the sweetness.
  • Use pure pumpkin puree: Avoid using pumpkin pie filling, as it contains added spices and sugar.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough and dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This ensures that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

This holiday cranberry pumpkin cake is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy texture, tangy cranberries, and sweet pumpkin flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. Follow the tips above to ensure that your cake turns out perfectly.

This cake is also very versatile. You can add different spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger, to taste. You can also top the cake with a variety of frostings, such as cream cheese frosting, maple frosting, or whipped cream.

No matter how you choose to serve it, this holiday cranberry pumpkin cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive dessert, give this recipe a try.

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