Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake
Wake up to the vibrant flavors of cranberry orange breakfast cake, where tangy cranberries meet zesty oranges in a soft, golden-brown treat. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for family gatherings or cozy brunches. With its delightful aroma and rich taste, it offers a wonderful start to your day or a satisfying afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or thawed frozen)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, followed by orange juice and zest.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries and sour cream until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider swapping cranberries with blueberries or adding chopped nuts. Enhance flavor with a splash of almond extract.