Orange Loaf Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of making this moist Orange Loaf Cake, a perfect balance of healthy ingredients and vibrant flavor. Bursting with fresh orange zest and juice, this cake is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Made with olive oil and yogurt, it offers a lighter alternative to traditional cakes without sacrificing taste. This wonderfully moist loaf is sure to impress your guests or brighten up your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, juice, vanilla extract, and olive oil until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (55g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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