Cranberry Cake with Orange Glaze
Cranberry Cake with Orange Glaze is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty sweetness of orange. This moist and flavorful cake is easy to make, making it an excellent choice for any occasion—from holiday feasts to everyday celebrations. The vibrant colors and enticing aroma will have everyone gathering around for seconds, ensuring it becomes a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add sugar and beat until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in orange zest.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding in cranberries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth and drizzle over warm cake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg