Flavorful Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake Perfect for Any Occasion

Before the first slice is even cut, this cake announces itself with a citrusy aroma and jewel-toned cranberries peeking through a golden crumb. It’s the kind of dessert that feels festive yet familiar, equally welcome at a holiday table or a quiet afternoon coffee break.

The magic lies in the balance—bright orange zest, tangy cranberries, and a tender, buttery crumb that stays moist for days. Finished with a glossy orange glaze, this Bundt cake is elegance made easy.

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Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• ½ cup fresh orange juice
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh cranberries

Orange Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp orange juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan thoroughly.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add orange zest and vanilla.
5. Mix in sour cream and orange juice.
6. Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
7. Gently fold in cranberries.
8. Pour batter into pan and smooth top.
9. Bake 50–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
10. Cool 15 minutes, invert, and drizzle with glaze.

Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

A moist, buttery bundt cake bursting with fresh cranberries and bright orange flavor, finished with a sweet citrus glaze.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 minute min

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups fresh cranberries

Equipment

• Bundt pan
• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer

Method

 

1. Preheat oven and prepare bundt pan.
2. Mix batter and fold in cranberries.
3. Bake until golden and set.

Notes

Delicious served with coffee or tea.