Best 2 Banana Cranberry Coffee Cake Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors, where banana, cranberry, and coffee come together to create a delectable treat: banana cranberry coffee cake. Indulge in a culinary journey with us as we present a collection of recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and fill your home with the aroma of freshly baked goodness. With each bite, you'll be transported to a realm of sweet and tangy delights, where the richness of coffee beans blends harmoniously with the natural sweetness of bananas and the tartness of cranberries. Prepare to embark on a baking adventure that will leave your loved ones craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY BANANA COFFEE CAKE



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I make this moist cake for Christmas morning every year. It tastes like banana bread but has a sweet golden topping with a nutty crunch. -Gloria Friesen, Casper, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with bananas, beating well after each addition. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Top with cranberry sauce., In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; stir in butter. Sprinkle over cranberries. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BANANA CRANBERRY COFFEE CAKE



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My friends and family have tried this recipe and love it!

Provided by Beth Goike

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c fresh cranberries
1 c water
2/3 c sugar
2 c cake flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 c chopped pecans
1 c sugar
1/3 c crisco
2 eggs
2 tsp baking powder
1 c mashed bananas

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cranberries, 1 cup sugar and water; cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until cranberries begin to pop. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. Cream shortening; gradually add 2/3 cup sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • 3. Sift dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with banana, mixing well after each addition. Fold in cranberries and pecans.
  • 4. Line a greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan with wax paper; grease wax paper. Spoon batter into pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hr or until coffee cake tests done. Cool 5 or 10 minutes in pan and than remove.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
  • Mash the bananas well before adding them to the batter.
  • Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients gradually, until just combined.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
  • Check the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting and serving.

Conclusion:

Banana cranberry coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful crumb, sweet and tangy frosting, and crunchy pecan topping, this cake is sure to be a hit. Whether you are serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, banana cranberry coffee cake is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a special treat to bake, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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