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Cranberry Orange Cake Recipe

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This Cranberry Orange Cake is a soft and tender dessert bursting with fresh citrus flavor and juicy cranberries. Made with creamy Greek yogurt, bright orange zest, and finished with a simple orange glaze, it’s a delightful holiday treat that’s easy to make and loved by everyone.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup oil (avocado, canola, vegetable, or olive oil)
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries

For the orange glaze:

  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. Line the bottom with a round of parchment paper and lightly spray again.
  2. Mix sugar and zest: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and orange zest. Rub together with your fingers until fragrant to release the oils from the zest.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add Greek yogurt, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients: Add all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt to the wet mixture. Use a spatula to gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in cranberries: Gently fold fresh cranberries into the batter to evenly distribute them without breaking them apart.
  6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 32 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then invert onto a wire rack, remove the parchment paper, flip right-side up, and let cool completely.
  8. Make the glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together confectioner’s sugar, fresh orange juice, melted unsalted butter, and orange zest in a medium bowl until smooth and pourable.
  9. Glaze and serve: Drizzle the orange glaze evenly over the cooled cake. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best texture and flavor, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained.
  • Ensure eggs and Greek yogurt are at room temperature for a smoother batter and better rise.
  • Don’t overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the cake tender.
  • If you prefer a dairy-free cake, substitute the Greek yogurt with a plant-based alternative.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more sugar or orange juice depending on your preference.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/cranberry-orange-cake-recipe/