Soft Cranberry Orange Crumb Cake
A delightful blend of tart cranberries and zesty orange, topped with a crunchy crumb for the perfect holiday treat.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 Electric Mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruits and Zest
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 tbsp orange zest
Crumb Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cranberries and orange zest, being careful not to overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the cake batter.
Baking
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Once cooled, slice the cake into 8 pieces and serve. It's delicious on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep refrigerated for up to a week.
Notes
Pro Tips: Ensure butter is softened for the batter and cold for the topping. Fresh cranberries are best for flavor and texture.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version. Substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt.
How to Serve: Best served warm with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumb topping in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version. Substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt.
How to Serve: Best served warm with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumb topping in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.