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Orange Bread Recipe

Delicious Orange Bread Recipe with Sweet Glaze for a Citrus Treat

This Orange Bread Recipe delivers a delightful blend of citrus flavors in a moist, sweet loaf, topped with a delicious glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar divided
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 medium oranges zested and juiced
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ cup vanilla yogurt
  • ¾ cup orange juice divided
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for glazing

Equipment

  • Loaf pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two loaf pans lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the orange zest and juice.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the yogurt and remaining orange juice until fully combined.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While baking, prepare glaze by combining powdered sugar with remaining orange juice; drizzle over cooled loaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to customize with chocolate chips or nuts. Store in an airtight container for up to three days.

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