Description
A moist and flavorful cake combining fresh cranberries and orange zest for a perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Stir in the cranberries and orange zest.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and eggs until creamy.
- Add the buttermilk and orange juice to the wet mixture and mix well.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use fresh cranberries and ensure the cake is fully cooled before frosting. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g