Cranberry Orange Dump Cake
Cranberry Orange Dump Cake is a quick and delightful dessert that beautifully balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with zesty orange flavor, all topped off with a buttery cake layer. This easy-to-make treat requires minimal prep, making it perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it warm with ice cream for a comforting finish or enjoy it cold as a light snack. Its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma will surely impress your guests at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or 1 cup frozen)
- 1 large orange (zest and juice)
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick, melted)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Rinse fresh cranberries (if using) and place them in the prepared dish. Zest and juice the orange, drizzle the juice over the cranberries, and sprinkle the zest on top.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the fruit layer.
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg