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Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful morning treat that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty flavor of orange.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, orange juice, and orange zest. Mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. <li Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined; do not overmix.

  6. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute unsalted butter with coconut oil. Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: breakfast, cake, cranberry, orange, brunch, dessert