Imagine the perfect dessert that embodies so many flavors that remind you of winter, and you'll end up with this delicious cranberry spice cake. The tart cranberries give the cake a delicious flavor — so much so that you don't even need icing or another topping. Gather just a few ingredients, and in about an hour, you'll be ready to bite into this perfectly sweet spiced cake.

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon whole nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon orange extract or 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Use a mixer to beat the eggs, sugar, and all spices until the mixture is slightly thickened and light in color. It should take 5 to 7 minutes. The mixture should almost double in size, and when you lift the beaters from the bowl, the mixture should form a ribbon.
2. Add the butter, vanilla, and orange extract if desired. Mix for 2 more minutes. Stir in the flour until just combined. Add the cranberries, and mix thoroughly.
3. Spread the mixture into a 9x13 pan. Bake for 44 to 50 minutes or until lightly browned. Insert a toothpick into the cake to determine doneness. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready. Let the cake cool completely before you cut it into small slices. Enjoy!

Source: Barefeetinthekitchen.com