Cranberry White Chocolate Loaf Cake

Cranberry White Chocolate Loaf Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (chopped)

For the White Chocolate Topping:

• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries (chopped)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • Mix in the sour cream and milk until fully combined.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
7. Fold in Cranberries:
   • Gently fold in the chopped cranberries.
8. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the White Chocolate Topping:
   • In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the white chocolate chips, stirring until melted and smooth.
   • Pour the white chocolate mixture over the cooled cake.
10. Top with Dried Cranberries:
    • Sprinkle the chopped dried cranberries over the white chocolate topping.
11. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Allow the topping to set before slicing and serving.

This cake is a delightful treat for any occasion, combining the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of white chocolate. Enjoy!