Orange Streusel Loaf Cake

Brighten your day with this zesty and crumbly Orange Streusel Loaf Cake—a moist and tender dessert bursting with citrusy flavor and topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel. This easy-to-make loaf combines freshly squeezed orange juice, vibrant orange zest, and a hint of vanilla for a perfectly sweet and tangy flavor profile. The crumbly streusel topping, made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter, adds a delightful crunch and aromatic warmth to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this loaf cake is ideal for brunch, afternoon tea, or a cozy dessert. Serve it as is or with a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will impress any crowd! Perfect for orange dessert lovers, this recipe is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cups orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 0.25 cups brown sugar (light)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6

To prepare the streusel topping, combine all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cold cubed butter in a small bowl.

Step 7

Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the streusel ingredients until crumbly in texture.

Step 8

Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the top of the batter in the loaf pan.

Step 9

Bake the loaf cake in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1032.9 grams (1032.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3504

Total Fat 144.80g	186%
Saturated Fat 87.00g	435%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 1689mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 514.90g	187%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 274.30g
Protein 48.30g	97%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 274mg	21%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 934mg	20%

*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: 36.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 57.9%