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Chocolate Walnut Cranberry Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Chocolate Walnut Cranberry Cake! This moist and delicious cake combines the richness of dark chocolate with the tartness of cranberries and the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion, this make-ahead recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare. Bake it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to a month – it's always ready for your guests! Get the recipe from Cooking Light (March 2005), adapted for amazing flavor.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 299.4 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chocolate Walnut Cranberry Cake

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How to Make Chocolate Walnut Cranberry Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 cup milk, and ½ cup vegetable oil. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 cup dried cranberries and 1 cup chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared springform pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The edges should also start to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once completely cool, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

129g

Fat

5g

Carbs

18g

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