Apple Cranberry Cake Recipe:

Apple Cranberry Cake Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 large apple, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or fresh if preferred)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round 9-inch cake pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the applesauce, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix well until combined.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Add Apples and Cranberries: Fold in the diced apples and dried cranberries.
6. Transfer to Cake Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
7. Optional Topping: Sprinkle the top with brown sugar for a caramelized effect (optional).
8. Bake: Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

This apple cranberry cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings or as an afternoon treat. Enjoy it warm with a cup of tea or coffee! Let me know if you need more variations or additional recipes!