TART CRANBERRY CAKE

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You can't beat this recipe to showcase true fall flavor. The ruby cranberries stay bright and beautiful, and their tartness is irresistible. I've made this cake many times to share. -Marilyn Paradis, Woodburn, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

3 eggs
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
2/3 cup chopped pecans
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until slightly thickened and lemon-colored, about 5 minutes. Add butter and extract; beat 2 minutes. Gradually stir in flour just until combined. Stir in cranberries and pecans. Spread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.