Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and prepare your baking pan by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even rising.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a separate bowl until pale and fluffy, resembling whipped frosting in texture.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition. Then add the yogurt, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla for a bright aroma.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to keep the cake light, then incorporate the cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top before baking until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Last Step:
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Ensure your butter is at room temperature for better creaming with sugar.
Let the cake cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts and to enhance the flavor.
This cake is perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg