Orange Juice Bread

Brighten up your baking routine with this zesty and moist Orange Juice Bread—a perfect balance of citrusy sweetness and tender texture! Made with freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and a hint of vanilla, this quick bread is a vibrant treat that brings sunshine to your plate. The easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Customize your loaf by folding in chopped nuts or dried cranberries for added flavor and crunch. Serve it plain or enjoy it with a smear of cream cheese, a drizzle of honey, or a pat of butter for the ultimate citrus-infused indulgence. Whether you’re hosting guests or just treating yourself, this Orange Juice Bread is a must-try for citrus lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Orange juice
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Optional: Chopped nuts or dried cranberries

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract until fully mixed.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until the mixture is just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped nuts or dried cranberries for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve plain, or with butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	933.1 grams (933.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3085

Total Fat 131.70g	169%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.70g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2225mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 435.80g	158%
Dietary Fiber 20.10g	72%
Total Sugars 222.10g
Protein 60.50g	121%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 18mg	97%
Potassium 1311mg	28%

*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: 37.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 55.0%