Cranberry Orange Pound Cake
Cranberry Orange Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh oranges. This moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy afternoon snack. The cake’s rich texture and aromatic notes make it an instant favorite for family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll impress everyone with this easy-to-make yet stunning dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 cup dried cranberries (soaked if too chewy)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate orange zest and juice.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg