Cranberry Bundt Cake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A festive, moist cake bursting with tart cranberries and sweet dates, finished with a bright orange glaze.
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This Cranberry Bundt Cake is a delightful holiday centerpiece that balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the chewy sweetness of chopped dates. The batter is enriched with shortening and buttermilk, creating a tender crumb that stays moist for days. A hint of orange flavoring ties the fruit notes together, offering a bright, citrusy aroma. Whether you serve it with the simple powdered sugar icing or the warm orange juice soak, this cake is perfect for Christmas brunch, Thanksgiving dessert, or a cozy winter afternoon tea. It’s a nostalgic, home-style treat that feels both elegant and comforting, making it an ideal choice for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.

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Cranberry Bundt Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1873.7

Description

This Cranberry Bundt Cake is a delightful holiday centerpiece that balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the chewy sweetness of chopped dates. The batter is enriched with shortening and buttermilk, creating a tender crumb that stays moist for days. A hint of orange flavoring ties the fruit notes together, offering a bright, citrusy aroma. Whether you serve it with the simple powdered sugar icing or the warm orange juice soak, this cake is perfect for Christmas brunch, Thanksgiving dessert, or a cozy winter afternoon tea. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic, home-style treat that feels both elegant and comforting, making it an ideal choice for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Generously grease and flour a Bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Stir in the orange flavoring, whole cranberries, chopped dates, and chopped nuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the glaze, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup orange juice, and 1/4 teaspoon orange flavoring in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and pour over the warm cake. Let stand for several hours to absorb before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1873.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 89.2g138%
Saturated Fat 20.5g103%
Cholesterol 94.5mg32%
Sodium 1337.3mg56%
Total Carbohydrate 256.8g86%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g54%
Sugars 150.2g
Protein 28.0g57%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cake, cranberry, bundt, holiday, christmas, dessert, dates, orange, buttermilk, glaze, fruit, baking, winter, thanksgiving, brunch
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