Ingredients
1 package white cake mix (regular size)1-1/3 cups water3 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil1 tablespoon grated orange zest1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed and coarsely chopped1 cup finely chopped walnutsCREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Stir in cranberries and walnuts. Transfer batter to prepared pans.
Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar and orange zest until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate leftovers.
