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Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake Recipe

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This Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and bright orange flavor, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack. Moist, tender, and easy to make, it’s ideal for holiday mornings or everyday enjoyment.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest from 1 large orange
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (halved if large)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in orange zest and orange juice.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with Greek yogurt. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in cranberries.
  7. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
  8. Bake 35–40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Dust with powdered sugar for a festive finish.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American