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Cranberry Layer Cake Recipe

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I adapted a Bundt cake recipe to create this layer cake. Cranberries, walnuts and homemade frosting make it taste so delicious that you'd never guess it starts with a convenient cake mix. —Sandy Burkett, Galena, Ohio

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Cranberry Layer Cake Recipe

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min. + cooling

Yield: 12 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1-1/3 cups water
1/3 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed and coarsely chopped
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in cranberries and walnuts. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and orange peel; beat until blended. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 piece) equals 608 calories, 33 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 94 mg cholesterol, 423 mg sodium, 72 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein.

Originally published as Cranberry Layer Cake in Quick Cooking November/December 2002, p36

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Reviewed on Feb. 08, 2013 by TeAta

I found this recipe on the cover of Taste of Home for Christmas 2011. I have made it several times and everytime it is marlevous and I get so many complements.

I will make it many more times.

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2012 by heatherbeaver

Simple and delicous! Very most cake. Great for the holidays or anytime. Will definitely make again.

Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2012 by jackiet3002

Delicious cake--nice and moist. Pretty too with the red speckles throughout. Was not too sure about trying this since I always make my cakes from scratch. It made a believer out of me.

Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2012 by ladymikega

In as word -- AWESOME!!

Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2011 by ldwarner

Baking has been my passion for the past 30 years. I'm constantly trying new recipes and adding only the most outstanding to my collection. When I read, it's usually about cooking and recipes. I'm known for my delicious desserts and love to share them with family and friends. This cake is an absolute winner! Don't skimp on the the orange zest, I used an entire large orange and the taste is so fresh. This cake is light and the flavor pops in your mouth. My 25 yr old son has never liked cake and has always requested pie or another dessert from his birthdays. Well, I made this for Christmas and after being coaxed by his new bride, he reluctantly tried it and was an instant fan. My husband and 2 other children loved it as well. I gave it out as Christmas gifts using my "cake in a jar" recipe and it's been a hit! Love, love, love this recipe!! Thank you for sharing.

Reviewed on Mar. 07, 2010 by juliesprincess

Very good!

Lots of compliments.