Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Orange Zucchini Bread with Orange Glaze—an incredibly moist and flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. The sweet essence of fresh oranges blends beautifully with the subtle earthiness of zucchini, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a vibrant orange glaze, this quick bread can be enjoyed as a breakfast item, an afternoon snack, or even a dessert at gatherings. With straightforward instructions and easily accessible ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Impress your family and friends with this irresistible loaf that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- Zest and juice of 1 large orange
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- For the glaze: zest and juice of 1 large orange, 3 tablespoons melted butter, 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together eggs and sugar until light. Add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, orange zest, and juice; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cardamom (optional), and baking soda.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Fold in grated zucchini gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, mix melted butter, orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange juice in a bowl; gradually whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, drizzle the glaze over the bread before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Ensure you use fresh oranges for maximum flavor. Grate zucchini finely to incorporate it well into the batter without clumps. Feel free to customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.