Cranberries Sour Cream Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Cranberry Sour Cream Delight Cake, a cherished family recipe passed down from Maman Dion! This moist and flavorful cake boasts a delightful combination of tart cranberries and creamy sour cream, topped with a crunchy cinnamon-almond crumble. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 646.8 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Cranberries Sour Cream Cake

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (1/4 cup + 1 1/2 cups)
  • Ground Almonds
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened and melted (1/4 cup melted + 1/2 cup softened)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sliced almonds (1/2 cup + 1/2 cup)
  • Frozen Cranberries

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How to Make Cranberries Sour Cream Cake

  1. **Make the Crumble Topping:** In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup sliced almonds, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  2. Set aside 3/4 of the crumble mixture.
  3. To the remaining 1/4 of the crumble mixture, add 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Stir until well combined and set aside.
  5. **Prepare the Cake:** Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. **Mix the Egg Yolks:** In a large bowl, beat 3 large egg yolks with 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon almond extract, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  8. Set aside.
  9. **Combine Dry Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup sliced almonds.
  10. **Add Wet Ingredients:** Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and the remaining 1/2 cup sour cream to the dry ingredients. Mix for 2 minutes until just combined.
  11. **Combine Wet and Dry:** Gently fold in the egg yolk mixture until a smooth batter forms.
  12. **Add Cranberries:** Fold in 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries using a spatula.
  13. **Layer the Cake:** Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the first (larger) portion of the crumble topping.
  14. Pour the remaining batter over the crumble layer and sprinkle with the remaining crumble topping.
  15. **Bake:** Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  16. **Cool and Serve:** Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing the sides of the springform pan. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

153g

Fat

92g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberries Sour Cream Cake?

Cranberries Sour Cream Cake takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberries Sour Cream Cake?

Cranberries Sour Cream Cake has approximately 646.8 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 59 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberries Sour Cream Cake?

The key ingredients for Cranberries Sour Cream Cake are Brown Sugar, Sugar, Ground Almonds, Ground Cinnamon, All Purpose Flour, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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