CRANBERRY GINGERBREAD BUCKLE

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While looking through my Down East Magazine, I found this enticing-looking recipe which would be perfect to serve during the holiday season. Credits: http://www.hannaford.com/assets/hf/assets/content/flipbooks/fresh/09_10_2011/index.html

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 23

CRUMB TOPPING
6 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1/2 c light brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
3/4 c all purpose flour
CAKE
2 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp instant coffee
2/3 c milk
6 Tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature
2/3 c light brown sugar, packed
2 eggs
2 Tbsp molasses
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c whole fresh or frozen cranberries
1 pkg cool whip (optional garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. CRUMB TOPPING: In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and ginger on medium speed electric mixer for about 1 minute. On low speed, stir in flour until just mixed in and crumbs begin to form, about 15 seconds. DO NOT OVERMIX. Mixture should be crumbly, not smooth. Set aside.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray an 8-inch square pan with vegetable cooking spray.
  • 3. CAKE: Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves together; set aside. In a small bowl mix coffee with a small amount of milk to dissolve, then stir in remaining milk. Set aside.
  • 4. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat butter and brown sugar until smooth, about 1 minute. Mix in eggs, molasses, and vanilla until blended, about 2 minutes. The mixture may look curdled. On low speed add half the flour mixture, mixing to incorporate. Stir the reserved coffee-milk to make sure the coffee is dissolved, and add to the batter, mixing just until blended. Add the remaining flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated and the batter is smooth. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. Spoon cranberries over the batter. Sprinkle reserved crumb topping over the cranberries.
  • 5. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the buckle comes out clean. The top may still look wet, so be sure to use the toothpick test. Cool in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour. Cut into squares and serve slightly warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream, if desired.

Pete Ganush
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Overall, I thought this buckle was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Md Liton Roman
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This buckle was easy to make, but it didn't have much flavor. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Ryjon Washington
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my buckle didn't turn out as moist as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Fazlur Rahman
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This buckle was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


snnony
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The cranberries in this buckle were a bit tart for my liking, but the ginger helped to balance out the flavor.


Ahmed Navid
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This buckle was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Dammy Kuti
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I was pleasantly surprised by how moist and flavorful this buckle was. It's a great recipe for a holiday brunch or dessert.


Rimon Hoque
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This buckle was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again.


Rabi Golden
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I love the combination of cranberries and ginger in this buckle. It's a unique and delicious flavor that everyone will enjoy.


Black Fox
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This cranberry gingerbread buckle was a hit with my family! The flavors of the cranberries and ginger were perfectly balanced, and the buckle had a lovely moist texture.