Orange Bread

Brighten up your day with this irresistible Orange Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that captures the vibrant essence of fresh citrus. Bursting with the zest and juice of ripe oranges, this loaf is perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a soft, tender crumb. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and butter, it's an easy-to-follow recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep. The freshly squeezed orange juice adds a refreshing tang, while a dusting of powdered sugar elevates it to indulgent perfection. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a light dessert, this orange quick bread is sure to delight your taste buds and bring a sunny sweetness to any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	837.4 grams (837.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2370

Total Fat 61.30g	79%
Saturated Fat 34.50g	173%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 358mg	119%
Sodium 1996mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 426.80g	155%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 234.40g
Protein 35.30g	71%

Vitamin D 81IU	403%
Calcium 176mg	14%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 828mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 71.1%