CRANBERRY LAYER CAKE

Cranberry Layer Cake image

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

18 ounces white cake mix (regular size)
1 1/3 cups water
1/3 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 cup cranberries, coarsely chopped
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients;
beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes.
Stir in cranberries and walnuts.
Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
Add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and orange peel; beat until blended. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with walnuts.
Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607.8, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 87.7, Sodium 432.6, Carbohydrate 72.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 59, Protein 6.6