Easy Moist Orange Loaf Recipe

Transform leftover oranges into a delightful treat with this moist and flavorful orange loaf! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this recipe is surprisingly simple to make. Enjoy it plain, or elevate it to a decadent dessert with a creamy cream cheese frosting. This loaf is scrumptious warm from the oven or chilled for a refreshing taste. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this zesty, irresistible recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 48 mins
Calories 234.2 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Easy Moist Orange Loaf

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How to Make Easy Moist Orange Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Zest and juice two medium oranges. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons orange zest, and 1/2 cup orange juice.
  4. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon baking soda to the wet ingredients. Whisk until combined.
  5. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 38-42 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, slice and serve. For an extra special treat, top with cream cheese frosting (recipe not included).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

15g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Moist Orange Loaf?

Easy Moist Orange Loaf takes about 63 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 48 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Moist Orange Loaf?

Easy Moist Orange Loaf has approximately 234.2 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Moist Orange Loaf?

The key ingredients for Easy Moist Orange Loaf are Eggs, Vanilla, Sour Cream, Orange Peel, Orange Juice, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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