Orange Blueberry Bread

Brighten your day with this irresistible Orange Blueberry Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread that perfectly balances the tangy sweetness of fresh oranges and juicy blueberries. This easy-to-make recipe combines a tender crumb with bursts of berry goodness, complemented by fragrant orange zest for a citrusy twist. A simple flour coating ensures the blueberries stay evenly distributed, creating beautiful pops of color in every slice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short bake in your oven, this delightful bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, or enjoy it plain to savor the natural flavors. It's a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for more! Keywords: Orange Blueberry Bread, citrus blueberry bread, quick bread recipe, easy brunch recipe, homemade fruity bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.33 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.75 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Add 1 tablespoon of orange zest to the dry ingredients, stirring to evenly distribute the zest.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 0.5 cup of fresh orange juice, 0.25 cup of milk, 0.33 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients, and gently fold together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf.

Step 6

In a small bowl, toss 1 cup of fresh blueberries with 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour to coat. This helps prevent the blueberries from sinking during baking.

Step 7

Gently fold the coated blueberries into the batter, being careful not to crush them.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Begin checking for doneness at the 50-minute mark.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 11

Serve slices of the Orange Blueberry Bread as is, or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(932.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2398.7

Total Fat 83.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 44.4g
Cholesterol 377.5mg	0%
Sodium 2246.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 179.0g
Protein 41.9g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 196.2mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 872.4mg	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: 30.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 62.5%