Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake (Printer-Friendly)
Tender bundt cake with tart cranberries and sweet orange, topped with a delicate citrus glaze.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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Zest of one orange (about 1 tablespoon)
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Juice of one orange
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for pan topping)
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1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons water, milk, or orange juice
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a bundt pan with cooking spray, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons sugar evenly on the bottom, followed by 1/4 cup fresh cranberries. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and lemon-colored, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until fully incorporated.
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Mix in the orange juice and zest, then fold in the sour cream until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
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Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
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Carefully stir in the remaining 1 1/4 cups fresh cranberries, ensuring even distribution without crushing.
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Pour the batter over the sugared cranberries in the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and cool completely.
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Whisk the powdered sugar with 2 to 3 tablespoons of your choice of water, milk, or orange juice until smooth.
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Spread the glaze evenly over the top and sides of the cooled cake for a sweet finish.
# Extra Tips:
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For a taller cake, use an 8-cup bundt pan or a loaf pan. Allowing the cake to set for a day enhances its flavor. Lightly and evenly sprinkle sugar on the pan bottom to facilitate release. To reduce tartness, substitute fresh cranberries with dried Craisins.