Description
This moist and flavorful Orange Bread combines the zesty brightness of fresh oranges with the creamy tang of Greek yogurt. Perfectly sweetened and topped with a luscious orange glaze, this quick bread is an inviting treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
Glaze
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a loaf pan thoroughly with baking spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt until fully combined to ensure an even rise and flavor.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another large bowl, whisk the plain Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture without lumps.
- Add coconut oil: Whisk in the melted coconut oil until fully incorporated, which adds moisture and richness to the bread.
- Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cooling phase: Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan to set its structure.
- Transfer to rack: Carefully remove the bread from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool further and prevent sogginess at the base.
- Prepare the glaze: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and well combined.
- Glaze the bread: Drizzle the orange glaze evenly over the cooled bread. Let it harden for a few minutes before slicing and serving to enjoy the full flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the coconut oil is fully melted but not hot when mixing into the batter to avoid cooking the eggs.
- For extra orange flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of orange extract along with the zest.
- Storage: Keep the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This bread freezes well—wrap tightly and thaw at room temperature before glazing.
