Some desserts have a way of evoking comfort and joy, offering the perfect harmony of flavors with each bite. The Cranberry Cake with Warm Butter Sauce is one such creation, a delightful cake infused with tart cranberries and topped with a rich, golden butter sauce that’s simply irresistible.
Each slice is a perfect balance of textures—the tender, moist cake melting in your mouth while the warm, velvety butter sauce adds a decadent finishing touch. Its festive cranberry hue, paired with the indulgent sauce, makes it a standout dessert for any celebration or cozy gathering.
What makes this cake unforgettable? The combination of bright, tangy cranberries and the luxurious butter sauce creates a flavor profile that’s both comforting and refreshing. It’s the perfect treat for those who enjoy a cake that’s both satisfying and beautifully balanced.
This recipe brings together the best of fall flavors in a cake that’s as delightful to prepare as it is to share. Let’s bake a Cranberry Cake with Warm Butter Sauce that will captivate everyone at your next gathering, leaving them craving more.
Cranberry Cake With Warm Butter Sauce
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- dash salt
- 1 egg
Warm Butter Sauce
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cups sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until crumbly, then mix in the egg.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture, alternating, and stir in orange zest.
- Gently fold in cranberries and pour the batter into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 25–28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For the butter sauce, heat butter, sugar, and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
- Serve the warm sauce drizzled over slices of cake.
Notes
- Toss cranberries with a bit of flour to prevent sinking during baking.
- Adjust the orange zest amount for a stronger citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 417kcal ll Total Fat: 22g ll Carbs: 54g ll Protein: 3g
Recipe Tips For Cranberry Cake with Warm Butter Sauce!
- Substitutions: Use frozen cranberries if fresh ones aren’t available; dried cranberries won’t yield the same result.
- Storage: Store leftover cake covered at room temperature. Refrigerate the butter sauce and reheat before serving. For make-ahead, freeze the cake tightly wrapped and thaw at room temperature. Prepare the butter sauce fresh for best results.