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Cranberry Upside Down Bundt Cake

Festive Cranberry Upside Down Bundt Cake That Shines on Every Holiday Table

  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Cranberry Upside Down Bundt Cake is a stunning holiday dessert featuring a buttery caramel cranberry topping and a soft, moist cake made from the best cake mix. Sweet, tart, and beautifully glossy, it’s the perfect Christmas Bundt Cake to impress guests without the hassle — festive flavor made simple and elegant.

Ingredients

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For the Cranberry Layer:

  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

For the Cake:

  • 1 box yellow or white cake mix
  • 1 cup orange juice or water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of one orange (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10–12 cup Bundt pan thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Make the cranberry layer: In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together until smooth and bubbly. Pour into the prepared pan and evenly spread cranberries on top.
  3. Mix the cake batter: In a large bowl, beat together cake mix, orange juice, oil, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest for 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Assemble and bake: Pour batter over the cranberry layer and smooth the top. Bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool and invert: Let cool for 10–15 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving platter. Allow the glossy cranberry topping to cascade down the sides.

Notes

  • Use frozen cranberries directly from the freezer to prevent excess liquid.
  • Substitute orange juice with water if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Add a tablespoon of orange marmalade for a Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake twist.
  • Top with powdered sugar or a vanilla glaze for a festive finish.
  • Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Holiday Recipes, Bundt Cake
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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