Cranberry White Chocolate Cake
A moist and festive cranberry white chocolate cake, perfect for holidays and special occasions. The tartness of cranberries complements the sweetness of white chocolate in this rich and flavorful dessert.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
- Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for coating cranberries and chocolate chips)
- Powdered sugar or white chocolate drizzle for garnish (optional)
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, oil, and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Stir in the sour cream until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Toss cranberries and white chocolate chips with 1/4 cup flour to prevent sinking, then fold into the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Garnish with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Fresh cranberries can be substituted with frozen, but do not thaw before using.
- You can add orange zest for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: cranberry cake, white chocolate dessert, holiday cake, Christmas dessert