Classic Orange Bread
A fragrant, moist quick bread bursting with fresh citrus flavor and a tender crumb that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee.
Ingredients
- •2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- •1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- •1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- •0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- •0.5 teaspoon salt
- •1 large egg
- •0.75 cup fresh orange juice (180ml)
- •1 tablespoon orange zest
- •0.25 cup vegetable oil (60ml)
- •0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then stir in the orange juice, orange zest, and vegetable oil.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- 5
Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 7
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
💡 Chef tips
- For an extra citrus punch, whisk 1/2 cup of powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of orange juice and drizzle over the cooled bread.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Ensure your orange zest is finely grated to avoid large, bitter pieces of pith in the bread.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bread should have a golden-brown crust, a soft and moist interior with a bright, aromatic citrus scent, and a perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor.