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Cranberry Orange Cake

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Indulge in the deliciously vibrant flavors of our Cranberry Orange Cake, a moist and eye-catching dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful cake features a luscious cranberry filling paired with zesty orange cream cheese frosting, creating a refreshing balance of sweet and tart. Ideal for holiday gatherings, casual get-togethers, or simply when you want to treat yourself, this recipe is easy to follow and accessible for bakers of all skill levels. With its stunning presentation and delightful taste, it’s sure to impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened (226g)
  • 2 cups sugar (400g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream (242g)
  • â…“ cup juice from approx. one medium sized orange
  • 3 Tablespoons Orange Zest (or zest from 2–3 oranges)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (4g)
  • 1 Tablespoon orange extract (10g)
  • 3 cups cake flour (plain in the UK) — if you do not have cake flour see substitution below (342g)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder (7g)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda (3g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (3g)
  • 1 cup cranberries, sliced into pieces (either fresh or frozen) (90g)
  • Orange Coloring Gel to tint the batter (optional)
  • 1 ½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries (180g) for the filling
  • ¾ cup sugar (150g) for the filling
  • ¾ cup water (180g) for the filling
  • 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened (339g) for the frosting
  • 16 oz cream cheese, total weight 452g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (4g) for the frosting
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract (4g) for the frosting
  • ½ teaspoon salt (2g) for the frosting
  • 7 cups Confectioners sugar (adjust slightly up or down to your liking) (805g) for the frosting
  • Orange Coloring Gel (optional for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine sour cream, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange extract.
  4. Cream softened butter until smooth; gradually add sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
  5. Alternate adding dry mixture and wet mixture into the butter-sugar mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped cranberries and divide batter among prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

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