This moist almond loaf cake with cranberries is soft, buttery, and rich with nutty flavor. The tart cranberries balance the sweetness perfectly, while the crunchy almond topping adds texture and a bakery-style finish. It’s ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or holiday gatherings.

🛒 Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 3 large eggs (room temperature)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp almond extract

• ¾ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

• ¼ cup milk

Add-ins

• 1 cup dried cranberries (or fresh, lightly floured)

• ½ cup sliced almonds (plus extra for topping)

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Pan

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan (8×4 or 9×5 inch).

2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar

In a large bowl, beat butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes). This step creates a tender crumb.

4️⃣ Add Eggs & Flavoring

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.

5️⃣ Combine

Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream/milk mixture into the batter. Mix until just combined (do not overmix).

6️⃣ Fold Add-ins

Gently fold in cranberries and sliced almonds.

7️⃣ Bake

Pour batter into loaf pan. Sprinkle extra sliced almonds on top.
Bake for 50–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8️⃣ Cool

Let cool 15 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

💡 Pro Baking Tips

• Toss cranberries in flour to prevent sinking.

• For a sweeter finish, drizzle with a powdered sugar glaze.

• Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

• Freeze slices individually for meal prep desserts.

🧁 Flavor Variations

• Add white chocolate chips.

• Swap cranberries for blueberries.

• Use orange zest for a holiday almond cranberry loaf.

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