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Orange Loaf Cake with Citrus Drizzle

Orange Loaf Cake with Citrus Drizzle & Sweet Glaze (Fresh, Moist & Irresistible)


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Moist orange loaf cake made with olive oil, fresh zest, citrus drizzle, and sweet glaze. Easy and refreshing.


Ingredients

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Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

2 large eggs

Zest of 1 orange (about 2 tbsp)

1 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup olive oil

2 tbsp orange juice

1 1/2 tsp orange extract

1 cup buttermilk

Orange Drizzle:

2 tbsp orange juice

2 tbsp granulated sugar

Glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

12 tbsp milk


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare loaf pan.

2. Mix dry ingredients.

3. Whisk eggs, sugar, and orange zest.

4. Add oil, juice, extract, and buttermilk.

5. Combine wet and dry ingredients.

6. Bake 45–55 minutes.

7. Spoon orange drizzle over warm cake.

8. Cool completely and glaze.

Notes

Use fresh orange zest for best flavor.

Let glaze set before slicing.

Cake improves after resting.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg