Boozy Cranberry Bundt Cakes
Indulge in these moist and fluffy cranberry cakes with a boozy twist! Infused with vodka and orange liqueur, these mini Bundt cakes are perfect for festive gatherings. The tart cranberries balance the sweetness, while agave syrup adds a unique caramelized touch.
Equipment
- whisk,
- Mini Bundt cake pans or standard muffin tin
- Nonstick cooking spray
- wire rack
- aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 2 cups 240 g whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup 120 ml plain almond or other nondairy milk
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml vodka
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml triple sec or other orange-flavored liqueur
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup 60 ml canola oil
- 1 cup 224 g agave nectar
- 1 cup 95 g fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (170°C, gas mark 3).
- Lightly coat mini Bundt cake pans or muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, arrowroot powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, orange juice, vodka, triple sec, vanilla, oil, and agave nectar.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring until just combined.
- Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
- For mini Bundt cakes: Bake for 20 minutes, then cover with foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For cupcakes: Bake for 15 minutes, cover with foil, then bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until done.
- Allow cakes to cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before removing them from the pans.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of orange glaze for an extra festive touch.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a glass of sparkling Moscato or a citrusy Prosecco to complement the orange and cranberry flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 230 kcal | Carbohydrates: 36 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 18 g | Salt: 0.3 g
