Cranberry Orange Desserts
Cranberry Orange Desserts bring together tart cranberries and sweet citrus for a festive, flavorful treat. From bars to coffee cakes, they’re simple, seasonal, and perfect for holidays or everyday baking.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand or Stand Mixer
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Toothpick
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
- 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- 2 cups fresh cranberries or frozen (not thawed)
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional, for warmth
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line your baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using) in a separate bowl.
- Mix in orange zest and juice with the butter mixture. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Toss cranberries with 1 tablespoon flour to prevent sinking, then fold into the batter along with nuts if desired.
- Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool completely before glazing or slicing.
Notes
Glaze with powdered sugar and orange juice for a sweet finish. These desserts keep up to 3 days in an airtight container, and flavors deepen over time.