Description
This Cranberry Orange Cake is a delightful combination of tart cranberries and zesty orange, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole preferred)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (whole)
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then add milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in cranberries and orange zest evenly into the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- This cake can be served warm or at room temperature, and pairs well with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg