ORANGE-CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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I'm lucky enough to have my great-grandmother's cookbook. In it are numerous tried-and-true recipes that she and my grandmother served our family through the years. -Carrie Zuhlke, Fostoria, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups fresh cranberries, halved
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and chopped
BATTER:
3/4 cup shortening
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Combine the brown sugar and butter; spread evenly into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cranberries and oranges; set aside. , In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs and orange zest. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk and orange juice. Spread over cranberry mixture. , Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Run a knife around edges of pan; immediately invert onto a serving plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Mohammed Fauzia
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the presentation was beautiful.


Haruna Makombe
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it! The orange and cranberry flavors were a perfect combination, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Najwa Khanafer
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the orange-cranberry topping and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


ISI PAPA
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This upside-down cake was easy to make and turned out great! The orange and cranberry flavors were a perfect combination, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Antwi Patrick
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The cake was a little dry, but the orange-cranberry topping was delicious.


Mariannah Engelhardt
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the presentation was beautiful.


Kea Kobe
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I love this recipe! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange-cranberry topping is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit.


Ghafar Sab
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This upside-down cake is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The orange and cranberry flavors are a perfect combination.


Samirah Moh
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This cake is amazing! The orange and cranberry flavors go so well together, and the cake is so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Margaret Brooks-Wright
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Really enjoyed this upside-down cake. The combination of flavors was wonderful and the cake itself was moist and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.


Jewelz Thomas
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The cake was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. Will definitely make this again for special occasions.


Desmond Michael Meek
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This upside-down cake was a hit! The orange and cranberry flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.