Description
This Easy Orange Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf bursting with fresh orange zest and juice. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, it combines simple ingredients into a light, airy bread baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ⅔ cup sugar
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup orange juice
- Zest of one orange
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) with the fan setting to ensure even baking of the orange bread.
- Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously until the mixture turns light in color and develops an airy texture, which helps create a light crumb.
- Add Vegetable Oil: Gradually add the vegetable oil while continuing to whisk, ensuring that the mixture emulsifies well for a moist batter.
- Incorporate Orange Juice and Zest: Stir in the fresh orange juice and the zest of one orange to infuse the batter with bright citrus flavor.
- Sift and Fold Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gently fold them into the wet mixture, taking care to keep the batter airy and avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense bread.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Transfer the batter into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper or greased to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean, indicating the bread is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the orange bread to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts and the best texture. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer taste.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter after adding the flour to maintain a light texture.
- If fresh oranges are unavailable, bottled orange juice and dried zest can work but fresh is best.
- The bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for longer freshness.
