Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake

This Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake is incredibly delicate and moist! It boasts a delightful zest of orange and a tangy flavor of cranberry. Topped with a luxurious chocolate ganache infused with Grand Marnier, it is an exquisite treat.

This sweet is excellent for the winter period and pairs wonderfully with a Pumpkin Spice Latte or a cup of Hot Chocolate for a delectable Christmas delight!

Recipe Particulars

The Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake is a marvelous festive dessert with its fruity flavors, liqueur-soaked glaze, and magnificent appearance. It is ideal for gatherings and celebrations throughout the festive season.

• FLAVOR: The cake has a lavish buttery taste with sweet-tart cranberries and orange zest. The chocolate glaze is enriched with Grand Marnier for a hint of orange flavor.
• CONSISTENCY: This bundt cake is light, fluffy, and moist, with chewy cranberries distributed within.
• TIME: It takes 55 minutes to prepare.
• EASE: This recipe is not complex at all. Simply follow the step-by-step visuals to create a lovely festive dessert.

Required Ingredients

Ingredient Points

• Ovules– These function as binders while also contributing to the cake’s lightness and fluffiness.
• Butter- Unsalted is preferable. This gives the cake a rich and buttery finish.
• Heavy cream- A 36% fat content will impart richness to the cake and the ganache.
• Orange zest- To provide fresh orangey flavor.
• Cinnamon- This adds a warm, spicy flavor.
• Baking powder + Baking soda- When combined, these elements balance any acidity to produce a fluffy, airy texture in the bundt cake.
• Dried cranberries- Imparting chewy sweetness that complements the orange.
• Grand Marnier- This orange-flavored liqueur will enrich the chocolate ganache.

Additions and Alternatives

• Substitute another liqueur- Experiment with a ganache flavored with Chambord (raspberry), Licor 43 (vanilla), Frangelico (hazelnut), or Limoncello (lemon).
• Add orange juice- For an additional touch of flavor, include a few tablespoons of store-bought or fresh orange juice to the cake batter.
• Substitute different fruits- Try dried cherries, raisins, apricots, or plums. Alternatively, use fresh cranberries or sugared cranberries.
• Add sour cream- The inclusion of sour cream will enhance the moisture and tangy flavor in the cake.

Steps for Preparing Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake

• Mingle the ovules and sugar. In a large bowl, blend the ovules with an electric mixer until they become frothy. Then add the sugar and mix on high for an additional minute.
• Incorporate the zest and butter. Add the orange zest to the ovules, then add the melted butter and mix until just combined.

• Introduce heavy cream and blend dry ingredients. Lightly whisk in the heavy cream. In a separate bowl, combine the salt, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and flour.
• Sift the dry ingredients into the batter. Sift the dry ingredients into the ovules and gently fold them in. Prepare a bundt pan by coating the inside with nonstick spray, then pour in the batter.

Additional Tip:  Utilize a whisk to properly incorporate the dry ingredients, preventing clumping and maintaining the fluffy nature of the batter.

• Add the dried cranberries and bake. Sprinkle the dried cranberries on top and lightly press a few of them into the batter using a spatula. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 minutes. Then, place it on a wire rack
• Prepare the chocolate ganache – Place the chocolate chips into a bowl, then pour the hot heavy cream and Grand Marnier over them. Allow it to sit for about a minute, then stir until it becomes smooth.
• Cool and add the ganache – Once the cake has cooled down, pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides of the cake. Let it set before slicing and serving.

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• Make sure to evenly scatter the cranberries across the bundt cake.

Recipe Suggestions

• Top off with the cranberries – Simply press a few in, leaving the rest on top. They will slightly submerge during the baking process.
• Grease adequately – Ensure the use of a nonstick bundt cake pan and generously coat it with non-stick spray before pouring in the cake batter.
• Do not flip immediately – Allow the baked bundt cake about 15 minutes to cool and settle, then flip it onto a cooling rack in one smooth movement.
• Utilize hot heavy cream – When preparing the ganache, ensure the cream is hot to melt the chocolate chips smoothly without scorching.

Common Questions

Serving Ideas

This Cranberry Orange Cake is exquisitely moist with fragrant orange and tart-sweet cranberries. The ganache-glazed cake pairs well with coffee, cookies, pie, or other sweet treats.

• Cookies: Accompany a slice of this cake with some Linzer Cookies with Raspberry Jam, Double Chocolate Cookies (VIDEO), Lemon Macarons, or Easy Cream Cheese Cookies.
• Pies/Tarts: Serve this bundt cake with Cherry Cobbler, Pear Tart, Homemade Apple Pie in a Homemade Pie Crust, or Bakewell Tart.
• Sweet treats: Present it alongside some Apricot Rugelach (VIDEO), Chocolate Covered Dates, Candied Pecans, or Coffee Chocolate Mousse.
• Coffee: Enjoy this Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake with a Pumpkin Spice Latte, Iced Caramel Macchiato, Iced Matcha Latte, or Caramel Frappuccino (Starbucks Copycat).

Prepare This Recipe Ahead of Time

Advance preparation: You can bake this bundt cake ahead of time and store it at room temperature, covered, until ready to apply the glaze.

Storage: Store this Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Freezing: It’s best to freeze this cake once it’s cooled but before the ganache is added. Wrap it tightly with foil and plastic wrap, or cut it and store it in freezer ziplock bags. It will keep for up to 3 months.

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Complete Recipe Instructions

Light and fluffy bundt cake with a buttery texture, flavored with orange zest and tangy cranberries, then drizzled with a chocolate ganache infused with Grand Marnier! The ultimate holiday bundt cake recipe!

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Servings:
10

Calories:

456kcal

Author:
Dina