Decadent Cranberry Pecan Cake

Ingredients

- 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup dried cranberries (Craisins)
- 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the middle.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, and melted butter.
- Use an electric mixer on medium speed to mix the ingredients until smooth and well combined, approximately 2-3 minutes.

3. Incorporate the Craisins and Pecans:
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.

4. Prepare the Baking Pan:
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent the cake from sticking.

5. Pour the Batter:
- Pour the prepared cake batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

6. Bake the Cake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Monitor the cake closely towards the end of the baking time to avoid overbaking.

7. Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
- Slice and serve the cake warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Cranberry cake, pecan dessert, holiday baking, easy cake recipe, dried cranberry recipe, nutty cake, oven-baked dessert, quick cake mix, festive cake, homemade dessert

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 2,200

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