Cranberry Orange Brown Sugar Cake
Cranberry Orange Brown Sugar Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges. This moist, fluffy cake is an ideal companion for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons enjoyed with family and friends. The irresistible aroma wafting from your kitchen will have everyone eager to indulge in this delicious treat, making it a showstopper at any event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- Zest and juice of 2 medium oranges
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and brown sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mix softened butter, eggs, orange juice, and zest until creamy.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg