Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread

Get ready to fill your home with the enticing aroma of this wholesome Whole Wheat Orange Quick Bread! Infused with the bright, zesty flavor of freshly squeezed orange juice and orange zest, this hearty loaf is naturally sweetened with honey and packed with the goodness of whole wheat flour. A touch of cinnamon adds warmth to each bite, while Greek yogurt ensures a moist and tender crumb. Optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a delightful crunch, making this quick bread perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no yeast required, this easy-to-make bread brings together comforting flavors and nutritious ingredients in one irresistibly soft loaf. Perfect for pairing with a dollop of butter, cream cheese, or your favorite jam, it's an ideal treat to enjoy year-round.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 Eggs
• 0.75 cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cups Honey
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In another mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten. Mix in the orange juice, Greek yogurt, honey, orange zest, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

If using chopped walnuts or pecans, fold them into the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

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 9

Serve the bread on its own or with a spread of butter, cream cheese, or your favorite jam. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2340.2

Total Fat 104.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 513.4mg	0%
Sodium 2690.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 122.3g
Protein 69.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 380.0mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2009.1mg	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: 38.2%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 50.6%