Cranberry Orange Olive Oil Snack Cake
Cranberry Orange Olive Oil Snack Cake is a delightful and moist treat that harmoniously blends the tartness of fresh cranberries with the vibrant zest of oranges. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons, this easy-to-make cake will impress your guests with its stunning aroma and flavor profile. Enjoy it as a refreshing dessert or a sweet afternoon snack, and watch everyone come back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup light olive oil
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Optional: powdered sugar for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together sugar and eggs until fluffy. Mix in olive oil and orange zest.
- Gradually fold in the dry mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown; toothpick should come out clean.
- Cool before slicing; serve plain or with optional glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute blueberries for cranberries for a different flavor profile. For added crunch, consider mixing in chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon.