Description

There’s something magical about the bright, tangy balance of cranberry and orange greeting you first thing in the morning. These Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bowls offer the best of both worlds — the freshness of fruit and the tender comfort of a homemade breakfast cake. Each spoonful brings together bursts of juicy cranberries, fragrant orange zest, and the soft, buttery crumb of a traditional Cranberry Orange Breakfast Cake, all tucked into a cozy breakfast bowl. In this article, we’ll uncover the heartwarming story behind this Cranberry Dessert, share simple step-by-step instructions, and reveal creative variations so you can make your own morning masterpiece.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

½ cup buttermilk

zest of 1–2 oranges

¼ cup fresh orange juice

1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries, tossed in flour

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Greek yogurt or whipped cream (for serving)

honey or maple syrup (for serving)

toasted nuts or granola (for serving)

additional fresh cranberries or orange slices (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter or line an 8×8-inch baking dish.

2. In a bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in orange zest, orange juice, and buttermilk.

5. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

6. Toss cranberries in flour and gently fold into batter.

7. Spread batter evenly in prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Let cake cool for 15–20 minutes, then cut into portions or scoop into bowls.

9. Layer warm cake chunks into bowls, top with yogurt or whipped cream, drizzle honey or maple syrup, and sprinkle granola or nuts.

10. Serve warm and enjoy the bright, tangy flavors of cranberry and orange in every bite.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: breakfast
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl

Keywords: cranberry, orange, breakfast, breakfast cake, cranberry dessert, breakfast bowls, buttermilk cake, morning treat, holiday breakfast