Fresh Cran Apple Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Fresh Cran Apple Cake, a delightful dessert bursting with tangy cranberries, sweet apples, and a touch of cinnamon spice. This moist and tender cake comes together effortlessly with the creaminess of Greek yogurt or sour cream, and it’s beautifully balanced by a hint of crunch from optional chopped nuts. Perfectly golden and dusted with powdered sugar, this versatile cake is ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or as a show-stopping dessert paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Easy to make in under an hour, this recipe is a must-try for fans of home-baked goodness, seasonal fruit desserts, and warm, spiced cakes.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1.5 cups Fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
• 1 medium Apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 0.5 cups Walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and mix until smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped cranberries, diced apple, and nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

Step 9

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or serve with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1432.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4275.2

Total Fat 197.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 759.5mg	0%
Sodium 2906.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 594.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 320.3g
Protein 56.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 296.6mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 1307.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 54.3%