Orange Poppy Tea Bread

Brighten up your day with this zesty and delightful Orange Poppy Tea Bread! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and a hint of vanilla, this moist loaf is speckled with crunchy poppy seeds for a delightful texture. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this easy-to-make quick bread is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon tea treat. Top it with an optional orange glaze for an extra touch of sweetness and citrusy shine. Ready in just over an hour, this aromatic and crowd-pleasing loaf is sure to become a new household favorite. Serve it alongside a steaming cup of tea or coffee for the ultimate comforting bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

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
• 0.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 large orange)
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
• 1 tablespoon orange juice (for optional glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.

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 a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, orange juice, melted butter, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

Fold in the poppy seeds evenly into the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter 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 of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

For an optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread before slicing.

Step 10

Slice and serve the Orange Poppy Tea Bread as a delightful treat with tea, coffee, or on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	954.9 grams (954.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2689

Total Fat 70.90g	91%
Saturated Fat 36.10g	181%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 512mg	171%
Sodium 2055mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 478.90g	174%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 283.10g
Protein 45.80g	92%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 536mg	41%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 1015mg	22%

*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: 23.3%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 70.0%