Cranberry Pecan Coffee Cake

This coffee cake is the perfect combination of tart cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a tender, buttery cake. It’s an excellent choice for a festive breakfast, brunch, or dessert during the holiday season!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
• ½ cup chopped pecans

For the Streusel Topping:

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
   • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
   • Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
   • Gently fold in cranberries and chopped pecans.
3. Prepare the Streusel:
   • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and butter. Use a fork or your fingers to mix until crumbly. Stir in chopped pecans.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter.
5. Bake:
   • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Serve:
   • Slice and serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat.

Tips:

• Make Ahead: You can prepare the cake the night before and store it at room temperature for a delicious breakfast the next morning.
• Add a Glaze: Drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a little milk for an extra sweet touch!

🎄 Enjoy Your Cranberry Pecan Coffee Cake! It’s sure to be a hit at your holiday gatherings!