Description
Cranberry Orange Cake is a vibrant and delightful dessert that beautifully balances the tangy taste of cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges. Perfect for any occasion, this cake fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma and promises to impress your family and friends. With its moist crumb and stunning appearance, it’s not just a treat—it’s a celebration in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- Zest and juice of 1 large orange
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for optional frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate orange zest and juice.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Fold in cranberries carefully.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Frost with powdered sugar glaze if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg