Best 3 New England Cranberry Duff Recipes

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New England cranberry duff is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a sweet and tart pudding-like dish that is made with fresh or frozen New England cranberry. The combination of the tart and juicy cranberry with the sweet and tender dumpling is the perfect balance of flavors. This dish can be served warm or cold and is a great way to use up any leftover cranberry you may have. This article provides a list of the best recipes for New England cranberry duff, each with its own unique twist on the classic dish.

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

NEW ENGLAND CRANBERRY DUFF



New England Cranberry Duff image

To make this Northeastern interpretation of an old-fashioned upside-down cake, cranberries and toasted pecans are topped with buttery batter, and then baked and inverted. The cranberries soften in the oven but the pecans stay crunchy, lending a textural flourish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup unsalted butter, (1 stick), softened
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/3 cup pecans, toasted, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter bottom and halfway up sides of an 8-inch square glass baking dish using 2 tablespoons butter. Spread cranberries evenly over bottom of dish. Sprinkle pecans on top, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup sugar; set aside.
  • Melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; set aside. Put egg and the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to medium-low; gradually beat in flour, and then salt. Pour in melted butter in a slow, steady stream, beating until smooth.
  • Slowly pour batter into pan to cover cranberries. Bake until golden brown and a cake tester inserted in center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge to loosen, and invert to unmold onto a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

NEW ENGLAND CRANBERRY DUFF



New England Cranberry Duff image

To make this Northeastern interpretation of an old-fashioned upside-down cake, cranberries and toasted pecans are topped with buttery batter, then baked and inverted. The cranberries soften in the oven but the pecans stay crunchy, lending a textural flourish.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
1/3 cup pecans, toasted, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F Butter bottom and halfway up sides of an 8-inch square glass baking dish using 2 tablespoons butter. Spread cranberries evenly over bottom of dish. Sprinkle pecans on top, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup sugar; set aside.
  • Mel remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; set aside.
  • Put egg and the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to medium-low; gradually beat in flour and the salt, Pour in melted butter in a slow, steady stream, beating until smooth.
  • Slowly pour batter into pan to cover cranberries. Bake until golden brown and a cake tester inserted in center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Run knife around edge to loosen, and invert to unmold onto a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

NEW ENGLAND CRANBERRY DUFF



NEW ENGLAND CRANBERRY DUFF image

Categories     Dessert

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup unsalted butter, (1 stick), softened
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/3 cup pecans, toasted, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter bottom and halfway up sides of an 8-inch square glass baking dish using 2 tablespoons butter. Spread cranberries evenly over bottom of dish. Sprinkle pecans on top, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup sugar; set aside. Melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; set aside. Put egg and the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until pale and thick, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to medium-low; gradually beat in flour, and then salt. Pour in melted butter in a slow, steady stream, beating until smooth. Slowly pour batter into pan to cover cranberries. Bake until golden brown and a cake tester inserted in center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge to loosen, and invert to unmold onto a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, brush the duff with melted butter before baking.
  • If you don't have a steamer, you can place the duff in a colander over a pot of boiling water. Cover the colander and steam the duff for 1 hour.
  • To make the duff ahead of time, prepare it through step 5. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, bring the duff to room temperature and then proceed with step 6.
  • Serve the duff warm with whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite sauce.

Conclusion:

New England Cranberry Duff is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of tart cranberries, sweet apples, and flaky pastry is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this classic recipe a try.

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