🍊✨ Orange Loaf Cake ✨🍊
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly soft—this orange loaf cake is bursting with citrus flavor and a delicate, moist crumb. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or whenever you crave something light and refreshing!
🧾 Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (190 g)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup sugar (150 g)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (120 ml)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (120 ml)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- ½ cup yogurt or sour cream (120 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
🔸 Prep the oven & pan
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy removal.
🔸 Mix the dry ingredients
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Set aside—this ensures even distribution and a perfect rise.
🔸 Prepare the wet mixture
5. In a large bowl, whisk sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth and slightly pale.
6. Add fresh orange juice, orange zest, yogurt (or sour cream), and vanilla extract.
7. Mix until everything is well combined and fragrant.
🔸 Combine & fold
8. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
9. Gently fold until just combined—do not overmix to keep the cake soft and tender.
🔸 Bake to perfection
10. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
11. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
🔸 Cool & serve
12. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
13. Transfer to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
🍰 Serving Tips
✨ Dust with powdered sugar for a simple finish
✨ Drizzle with a light orange glaze for extra citrus flavor
✨ Serve with tea or coffee for the perfect cozy treat
💛 Every slice is soft, zesty, and full of sunshine—once you try it, it’ll become a favorite in your kitchen! 🍊
