Description
Fall loaf cakes are the perfect treat for chilly days, offering a warm, spiced hug in every slice. Infused with the comforting aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this easy-to-make recipe features a moist texture complemented by crunchy walnuts and tart cranberries. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or as a thoughtful gift, each bite is a delightful reminder of autumn’s cozy charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup melted butter (unsalted)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with eggs and milk until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Add chopped nuts and cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg