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Easy Orange Bread

Easy Orange Bread

This moist and flavorful orange bread is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack. Made with fresh orange zest and juice, it's easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest finely grated
  • 0.5 cup milk whole or 2%

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add softened butter, egg, orange juice, orange zest, and milk. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding 0.25 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter before baking.