Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking an Orange Loaf Cake that is incredibly moist and bursting with refreshing citrus flavor. This simple yet elegant cake combines the goodness of olive oil and yogurt, making it a healthier alternative to traditional recipes without compromising on taste. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack, this vibrant loaf can easily become a family favorite. Whether enjoyed plain, dusted with icing sugar, or as part of a dessert platter, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Get ready to savor each bite of this homemade treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (or vegetable/canola oil)
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
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.
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth before slowly mixing in olive oil.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–55 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and dusting with icing sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg