Cranberry-Orange Pound Cake

Dairy Free
Cranberry-Orange Pound Cake
155 min.
16
319kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cranberry-Orange Pound Cake, a perfect dessert that brings a burst of freshness to any occasion. This dairy-free treat is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy afternoon at home. With its vibrant combination of tart cranberries and zesty orange, each slice offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and tang that will leave your taste buds dancing.

What sets this pound cake apart is its moist texture and rich flavor, achieved through a blend of simple ingredients, including a convenient cake mix and instant pudding. The addition of fresh or frozen cranberries adds a pop of color and a delightful tartness, while the grated orange peel and juice infuse the cake with a refreshing citrus aroma. Whether served warm with a luscious sauce or dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ready in just over two and a half hours, this recipe yields 16 generous servings, making it perfect for sharing. With only 319 calories per slice, you can enjoy this scrumptious dessert without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a cake that not only tastes amazing but also fills your home with the inviting scent of orange and cranberries!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • box vanilla pudding instant (4-serving size)
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • teaspoons orange zest grated
  •  eggs 
  • 1.5 cups cranberries fresh frozen thaw chopped (do not cranberries)
  • serving powdered sugar 
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 0.5 cup butter 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, pudding mix, water, softened butter, orange peel and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in cranberries.
  3. Spread in pan.
  4. Bake 57 to 65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  6. In 1-quart saucepan, cook sauce ingredients over medium heat about 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
  7. Serve warm or cool sauce with cake. Store cake loosely covered at room temperature and sauce covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories319kcal
Protein3.55%
Fat37.45%
Carbs59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.13
Glycemic Load
9.75
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.8239130611005%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
4.35mg
Delphinidin
0.72mg
Malvidin
0.04mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
4.61mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.41mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.93mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.63mg
Quercetin
1.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:319.09kcal
15.95%
Fat:13.46g
20.71%
Saturated Fat:3.25g
20.29%
Carbohydrates:47.71g
15.9%
Net Carbohydrates:46.91g
17.06%
Sugar:32.81g
36.45%
Cholesterol:40.92mg
13.64%
Sodium:423.9mg
18.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.87g
5.75%
Phosphorus:128.21mg
12.82%
Vitamin A:588.54IU
11.77%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.24%
Calcium:81.34mg
8.13%
Folate:30.6µg
7.65%
Selenium:4.66µg
6.65%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.53%
Vitamin C:5.39mg
6.53%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.16%
Iron:0.94mg
5.2%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.19%
Vitamin B3:0.83mg
4.14%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.43%
Fiber:0.8g
3.21%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.69%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.41%
Copper:0.05mg
2.26%
Potassium:61.55mg
1.76%
Magnesium:6.67mg
1.67%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.66%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Vitamin K:1.45µg
1.38%