Orange Loaf Cake
Indulge in a slice of our delightful Orange Loaf Cake, a moist and flavorful treat that bursts with fresh citrus goodness. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack, this easy-to-make cake combines wholesome ingredients like olive oil and Greek yogurt to keep it light yet satisfying. With its perfectly balanced sweetness and a hint of zesty orange, this loaf is sure to brighten any occasion. Whether served plain, dusted with icing sugar, or drizzled with glaze, it’s a versatile addition to your recipe collection that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk in olive oil until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined; be cautious not to over-mix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 172mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 57mg
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