Are you searching for a delightful, simple dessert to impress your loved ones? Look no further than this delectable orange loaf cake! With its perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, this cake will indeed become a favorite in your recipe collection.
The tender crumb and subtle aroma of orange make it a perfect treat for any time of day – whether paired with your morning coffee or served as an after-dinner dessert. The best part? It’s easy to whip up with just a few simple ingredients. So, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of this delightful orange loaf cake?
Ingredients:
For the Orange Cake:
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- ½ cup oil
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Times:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35-40 minutes
Idle Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 1 Loaf
Equipment:
- Loaf Pan
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, add the yogurt, oil, sugar, eggs, almond extract, and orange juice. Whisk until completely combined and smooth.
3. Then add the salt, baking powder, flour and orange zest into the bowl and mix everything again until just incorporated. Make sure not to overmix.
4. Now pour this batter into a nonstick sprayed loaf pan.
5. Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick is stuck in and comes out clean.
6. While the cake is baking, make the glaze.
7. In a bowl add the powdered sugar and orange zest, whisking together.
8. Add the orange juice and heavy cream, whisking until a thick glaze has formed.
9. Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool completely.
10. Remove from the loaf pan and pour the glaze over the top of the cake.
11. Cut and enjoy!