Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Irresistible Cranberry Orange Cake. This moist, zesty treat combines the tartness of cranberries with the bright flavor of oranges, creating a deliciously unique dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy afternoon snack, this cake is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 orange)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by orange zest and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg