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Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake

Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake for a Bright Morning Boost

This Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake brings vibrant flavors and a soft, moist texture to your morning routine, making it a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour mix
  • 1 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can also be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted can substitute with coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest or orange extract as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries frozen can be used
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) or sunflower seeds for nut-free version

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in cranberries and nuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cool, slice the cake into squares and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for a light texture. Fresh cranberries are recommended for maximum flavor.

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