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Cranberry Orange Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Cranberry Orange Cake, where the sweetness of cranberries meets the zesty brightness of oranges. This moist cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy afternoon treat. Topped with a creamy orange-infused frosting, this cake impresses with its stunning presentation and irresistible taste. Easy to make yet elegant enough for gatherings, it’s bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

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

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons orange zest
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup sliced cranberries (fresh or frozen)
  • For the frosting: 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 16 oz cream cheese, full fat recommended
  • 7 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease three 8×2 inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, combine sour cream, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange extract.
  4. Cream the softened butter until smooth; gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated; alternate mixing in dry ingredients and wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in sliced cranberries before dividing batter among the prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cakes before frosting.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 42g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg