Sweet Orange Bread

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Sweet Orange Bread, a moist and zesty loaf bursting with the vibrant flavors of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, this easy-to-make bread combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and butter with the fresh citrusy twist that makes it truly special. Finished with an optional orange glaze for added sweetness and shine, this loaf offers a delicate balance of tangy and sweet in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes, Sweet Orange Bread is a must-try recipe to brighten up any day.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.75 cups Orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Orange juice (for optional glaze)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

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.

Step 8

For an optional glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread and let it set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(946.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2599.0

Total Fat 62.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 508.5mg	0%
Sodium 2251.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 283.1g
Protein 40.9g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 208.4mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 927.3mg	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: 21.4%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 72.4%