Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread Recipe

This unbelievably moist and delicious whole wheat orange quick bread is a breeze to make! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this recipe, passed down from my sister, delivers incredible flavor and texture with minimal effort. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 3541.2 kcal
Protein 135g
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Ingredients for Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread

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How to Make Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon to the dry ingredients. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and orange juice.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. (About 75 strokes)
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the top with the optional orange sugar topping (recipe below).
  8. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional Orange Sugar Topping: Combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon orange zest.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

103 g

Sugar

731g

Fat

120g

Carbs

161g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread?

Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread?

Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread has approximately 3541.2 calories per serving, with about 135 g protein, 161 g carbohydrates and 245 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread?

The key ingredients for Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread are Whole Wheat Flour, All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Orange Zest, Baking Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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