Description
Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake is a delightful morning treat that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges. This easy-to-make cake offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, enveloped in a moist, fluffy texture. Ideal for brunches or cozy mornings at home, its inviting aroma will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist. Serve it warm with coffee or tea for a comforting start to your day.
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
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with orange juice and zest; mix until well combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
- Gently fold in cranberries and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg