Description
Cranberry Orange Snacking Cake is a delightful dessert that marries the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright zest of orange, creating a moist and fluffy treat perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make cake fills your kitchen with a warm aroma and offers a burst of flavor in every slice, making it an ideal addition to brunches or festive gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress friends and family with this charming confection that’s sure to keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 ½ cups fresh cranberries (or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a rectangular baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk and orange zest.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg