Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of our Orange Loaf Cake, an incredibly moist and zesty treat bursting with fresh orange flavor. This cake is crafted with healthier ingredients like olive oil and Greek yogurt, making it a lighter option without compromising on taste. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make cake will impress your guests at any gathering. Its simplicity allows you to whip it up quickly, while the bright citrus notes leave a refreshing impression. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with a dusting of icing sugar or a drizzle of glaze, this Orange Loaf Cake is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in olive oil until well incorporated.
- Fold in the dry ingredients gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use fresh oranges for maximum flavor from both zest and juice. For added texture, consider folding in nuts or chocolate chips before baking. To enhance the orange flavor, feel free to add extra zest or replace part of the yogurt with additional orange juice.