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Cranberry Orange Layer Cake with Citrus Buttercream

Irresistible Cranberry Orange Layer Cake with Citrus Buttercream

This Cranberry Orange Layer Cake with Citrus Buttercream offers a vibrant flavor fusion perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure accurate measurement
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy mixing
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and lemon juice
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh or thawed frozen
For the Citrus Buttercream
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted for smooth texture
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for creamy consistency
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Fresh for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest For additional flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Oven
  • Cake pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk.
  6. Evenly distribute batter into prepared pans and bake for 22-25 minutes.
  7. Cook cranberries, sugar, and orange juice over medium heat until thickened.
  8. Beat the softened butter for buttercream, then add powdered sugar, orange juice, zest, and vanilla until fluffy.
  9. Once cakes are cooled, assemble with buttercream and cranberry filling between layers.
  10. Garnish with fresh cranberries or orange slices as desired and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, and eggs are at room temperature for best results.

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