Anna Franklin fills a buttery cinnamon oat crust with a silky cranberry curd flavored with orange and cinnamon, then crowns it with whipped cream and pomegranate seeds for a make-ahead holiday dessert.
Creamy mascarpone keeps this one-layer cake moist and tender, while a topping of orange-glazed cranberries and a dusting of spiced powdered sugar make it a cozy winter dessert or holiday brunch treat.