Spiced Orange and Cranberry Snacking Cake
Elevate your snack game with this irresistible Spiced Orange and Cranberry Snacking Cake, a perfect fusion of warm spices, zesty citrus, and tart cranberries. This moist and fluffy cake combines the autumnal flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg with the brightness of fresh orange juice and zest, while juicy cranberries add a delightful pop of tanginess in every bite. Made with Greek yogurt for a tender crumb, this easy-to-make treat bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Enjoy it plain or drizzled with a simple orange glaze for an extra burst of sweetness. This versatile cake is ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or simply indulging in a cozy moment at home. Perfect for snacking, sharing, or gifting, this spiced cranberry-orange cake will quickly become a seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice (for optional glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, orange juice, orange zest, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Slice into 12 pieces and enjoy your Spiced Orange and Cranberry Snacking Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.8 g | 329% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 643 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 2469 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 437.5 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 273.8 g | ||
| Protein | 46.7 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
