Description
A delightful breakfast cake combining fresh cranberries and zesty orange, perfect for holiday brunches and cozy mornings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time. Then, stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the orange juice, until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve warm with powdered sugar, orange glaze, or cream cheese frosting. Store in an airtight container for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: breakfast, cake, cranberries, orange, holiday, brunch, dessert