Description
Indulge in a slice of sunshine with this delightful Orange Loaf Cake. Moist and bursting with fresh orange flavor, this cake is perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. The unique combination of olive oil and Greek yogurt not only enhances the cake’s moisture but also makes it a healthier choice without sacrificing taste. With vibrant citrus notes and a light dusting of icing sugar, this easy-to-make loaf will impress your family and friends while bringing a refreshing touch to your table.
Ingredients
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- 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 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 an 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla; whisk until smooth. Gradually add olive oil.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined.
- 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 the cake to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg