Mini Orange Cranberry Dump Cakes
Sweetheart, have you ever wanted to bake something so cute and delicious that people think you slaved over it for hours? Enter these Mini Orange Cranberry Dump Cakes, the diva of desserts!
With a muffin tin, a can of cranberry sauce, and a cake mix, you’re about to achieve dessert royalty status in 30 minutes flat.
These little cakes are zesty, sweet, and as festive as your grandma’s vintage Christmas sweater. The orange zest adds a touch of elegance, while the buttery cake topping makes it feel like a warm hug.
Whether you’re hosting brunch, bringing treats to the office, or just impressing your in-laws, these mini cakes are here to save the day.
Go ahead, bask in the compliments—you deserve it.
Just don’t tell anyone how easy they were to make. A diva never reveals all her secrets.
Mini Orange Cranberry Dump Cakes
Equipment
- 1 standard 12-cup muffin tin
Ingredients
- 1 14-ounce can cranberry sauce (whole or jellied, your choice!)
- 1 15.25-ounce box orange-flavored cake mix
- 1 orange zested
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, sliced into 12 equal pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with cupcake liners if you’re feeling fancy.
- Scoop a generous spoonful of cranberry sauce into each muffin cup. Try to resist snacking directly from the can.
- Evenly sprinkle the orange cake mix over the cranberry sauce in each cup. Channel your inner diva—scatter that cake mix like glitter!
- Add a pinch of orange zest to each cup for a pop of color and flavor.
- Place a butter slice on top of each cake-to-be.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden, bubbly, and making your kitchen smell like a holiday hug.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before gently removing from the tin (use a butter knife if they’re feeling clingy). Serve warm or at room temp.
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Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Terrific Tweaks
Cranberry Almond Joy:
Sprinkle slivered almonds and shredded coconut on top before baking.
Cranberry Cider Delight:
Swap orange cake mix for spice cake mix and add a dash of cinnamon.
Cranberry Margarita:
Add a splash of lime juice to the cranberry sauce and garnish with candied lime zest.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a curl of orange zest for that “I totally planned this” vibe.
Place mini cakes on a platter surrounded by sugared cranberries for a festive touch.
Drizzle with an orange glaze and serve on colorful napkins for brunch flair.
Ready to bake up some magic?
Grab your muffin tin and make these Mini Orange Cranberry Dump Cakes today—dessert perfection awaits!
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