Orange and Poppy Seed Quick Bread

Brighten up your morning routine or tea break with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Orange and Poppy Seed Quick Bread. Bursting with the zesty tang of fresh orange juice and fragrant orange zest, this easy-to-make loaf is perfectly complemented by the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. With its tender crumb, thanks to the combination of whole milk, melted butter, and eggs, this quick bread comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for a sweet breakfast treat, a mid-afternoon snack, or even a brunch centerpiece, this versatile loaf can be enjoyed plain or paired with a smear of butter or cream cheese. Whether you're looking for a simple homemade bake or a thoughtful gift for loved ones, this orange poppy seed bread is sure to impress with its citrusy brightness and delightful texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and poppy seeds until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange zest, fresh orange juice, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Slice and serve. Enjoy your Orange and Poppy Seed Quick Bread plain or with a light spread of butter or cream cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2709.2

Total Fat 121.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 648.7mg	0%
Sodium 2283.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 168.4g
Protein 46.7g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 543.5mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 998.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 53.3%