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Orange Bread Recipe

A delightful and fragrant bread infused with fresh orange juice and zest, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp orange zest from about 1 orange

Method
 

Prepare the Batter
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the orange juice and zest until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Bread
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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