Canned Cranberry Chocolate Orange Cakes
Description: 🎁 Start saving your cans!! These cakes make great gifts, a little different from the ordinary and are nummy too! Have Fun!! 😋

- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 8 cake loaves
Ingredients:
- 2 cups raw cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1/4 cup grated orange rind
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 cups chopped nuts
Instructions:
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Prepare Cranberries: Combine cranberries and 1/2 cup of sugar in a bowl. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate mixing bowl, combine flour, 1 1/2 cups of sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to blend the ingredients evenly.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, orange juice, oil, and grated orange rind together until well combined.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until moistened. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough.
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Fold in Cranberry Mixture: Gently fold in the prepared cranberry mixture along with the chocolate chips and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Prepare Cans: Grease 8 well with cooking spray or butter.
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Fill Cans: Divide the batter evenly among the greased 10 oz cans.
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Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cakes for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the cans for 10 minutes, then run a thin-bladed knife around the sides of the tin to loosen them. Turn out the cakes onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Storage: Wrap and store the cakes overnight before slicing, or freeze them for later use.
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Decorate: When ready to give as gifts, decorate the cans with tinfoil and Christmas stickers. Alternatively, wrap each cake in colorful plastic wrap, decorate with ribbons and bows for a festive touch.
These delightful Cranberry Chocolate Orange Cakes are perfect for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season or any special occasion. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors melded with the richness of chocolate, all in a convenient and giftable package!