Orange Nut Bread with Orange Cream Spread

Brighten up your day with this luscious Orange Nut Bread with Orange Cream Spread—a delightful combination of zesty citrus and nutty goodness that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or tea time. This moist and tender loaf is infused with fresh orange juice and zest, giving it a vibrant, tangy flavor, while chopped walnuts or pecans add the perfect crunch. Topped with a silky orange cream spread made from cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a dash of orange zest, this bread transforms into an unforgettable treat. Ready in just over an hour and easy to prepare, this recipe is a celebration of fresh, bold flavors in every bite. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, it's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 large egg
• 0.75 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons orange zest (for spread)
• 1 tablespoons fresh orange juice (for spread)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the orange zest to the dry ingredients and mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, melted butter, milk, and egg until well blended.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not over-mix.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans to evenly incorporate them into the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

To make the orange cream spread, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.

Step 11

Add the orange zest and fresh orange juice to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 12

Serve slices of the orange nut bread spread with the orange cream spread as a topping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3333.0

Total Fat 158.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 451.7mg	0%
Sodium 2349.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 440.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 235.0g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 94.7IU	0%
Calcium 434.1mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1344.8mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 51.4%