Cranberry Orange Brown Sugar Cake
Cranberry Orange Brown Sugar Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. This moist cake features vibrant cranberries and zesty orange enveloped in rich brown sugar, creating a comforting taste experience. Perfect for family gatherings or as a festive centerpiece, this cake is sure to impress and have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in the orange zest.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in cranberries and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg