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Cranberry Buckle Recipe

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This easy cranberry buckle is a warm, buttery one-pan dessert with a tender cake-like base and a bright layer of tart fresh cranberries. Bake it in a skillet or baking pan, then serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

Cranberry Buckle

  • 1/2 cup butter, cut into even portions
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and melt the butter.

    Add the butter pieces to a 10-inch oven-safe skillet or an 11-by-7-inch metal baking pan. Place it in the oven and preheat to 350°F, allowing the butter to melt as the oven heats.

  2. Combine the dry ingredients.

    In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and baking powder until evenly mixed.

  3. Make the batter.

    Pour the milk into the dry ingredients and whisk until the batter is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract until incorporated.

  4. Mix in the melted butter.

    Carefully remove the hot skillet or pan from the oven. Pour the melted butter into the batter and whisk until well combined.

  5. Assemble the buckle.

    Pour the batter into the skillet or pan. Scatter the fresh cranberries evenly over the top.

  6. Bake.

    Return the pan to the oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. Cool and serve.

    Let the buckle cool for a few minutes. Serve warm, with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use an oven-safe 10-inch skillet or an 11-by-7-inch metal baking pan.
  • Take care when removing the pan from the oven; the handle and sides will be very hot.
  • For the best texture, check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the cake portion near the center.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.