Cranberry Orange Tea Cake Recipe

June 04, 2023 Post a Comment

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Introduction

This delicious Cranberry Orange Tea Cake is a moist and tender cake made with fresh cranberries, freshly squeezed orange juice, and orange zest. It is perfect for a special occasion or just a simple dessert to enjoy with a cup of tea. The tartness of the cranberries is balanced out by the sweetness of the orange making it a delightful treat that everyone can enjoy. This recipe is quite simple and easy to make and the end result is always a hit!

Ingredients

For the cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 cups fresh cranberries

For the glaze:

1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the cranberries.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing the cake from the pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, orange juice, and orange zest for the glaze until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving size: 1 slice of cake (1/8 of the cake).

Calories: 200
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 190mg
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 21g
Protein: 3g

Conclusion

This Cranberry Orange Tea Cake is a delightful and flavorful way to enjoy a special treat. It is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients. The tart cranberries are balanced out by the sweetness of the orange making it a delightful combination. Serve it with a cup of tea or coffee for a special occasion or just for a simple dessert. Enjoy!