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Cranberry Mandarin Cake

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A moist and festive cranberry mandarin cake filled with bright citrus flavor and tart cranberries, perfect for holidays or year-round enjoyment.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mandarin juice (fresh or canned)
  • 1 tbsp mandarin zest
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the mandarin juice, zest, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until combined.
  7. Fold in the cranberries gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  9. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Dust cranberries with a little flour to prevent sinking.
  • Add a mandarin glaze for extra citrus flavor.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream if preferred.

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Keywords: cranberry mandarin cake, citrus cake, holiday dessert, fruit cake

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