Irresistible Cranberry Orange Cake Recipe
Experience a burst of flavor with this delightful cranberry orange cake. The tartness of fresh cranberries harmonizes beautifully with the zesty brightness of oranges, creating a moist and tender dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea, this cake will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in orange juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg