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Cranberry Orange Cake

Cranberry Orange Cake

Cranberry Orange Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. With its moist texture and zesty cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to impress your guests at celebrations, family gatherings, or even as a cozy companion to your afternoon tea. The vibrant cranberries and fresh orange zest create a refreshing experience in every bite, while the easy-to-follow recipe ensures that both novice and experienced bakers can create this stunning centerpiece with confidence.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons orange zest
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup cranberries (sliced)
  • For Frosting: 3 sticks unsalted butter, 16 oz cream cheese, confectioners sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sour cream, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange extract.
  4. Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
  5. Alternately add dry ingredients and wet mixture to the butter mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in cranberries gently. Divide batter among pans.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. For extra flavor variations, consider adding nuts or using almond extract instead of orange extract.