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Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake for Cozy Holiday Gatherings

This Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake features vibrant flavors that make it a must-bake for holiday gatherings, delighting taste buds and adding cheer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with frozen cranberries tossed in flour
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce by 1/4 cup for a less sweet option
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can replace with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs or egg replacer can be used for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with plain yogurt or applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Can be replaced with lemon zest
  • 0.5 cup Orange Juice Fresh juice is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it is fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance
For the Glaze (optional)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with a little orange juice
  • 0.25 cup Orange Juice Use fresh for best flavor

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Mixer
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Fold in sour cream, orange juice, and orange zest until fully integrated.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then mix into wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in fresh cranberries and distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Pour batter into the greased bundt pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. Store the cake properly to maintain freshness.

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