Citrus Orange Loaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Batter
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
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1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup olive oil (or vegetable/canola oil)
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Powdered sugar for dusting
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1.5 cups all-purpose flour
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Coat your loaf pan (8.5 x 4.5 inch) evenly with some grease and flour so it doesn't stick.
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Grab a medium bowl and whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder until they're evenly mixed.
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In a bigger bowl, stir your yogurt, sugar, vanilla, eggs, fresh orange zest, and juice until there are no lumps. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking it all together.
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Carefully blend the dry mix into the wet mix. Stir gently only until you no longer see dry bits—don’t go overboard.
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Pour the batter into the prepped loaf pan and bake for about 50 to 55 minutes. Keep an eye on it—the top should turn golden, and a toothpick stuck in the middle should come out clean.
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Let the loaf sit in the pan for 20 minutes so it firms up, then place it on a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle a bit of powdered sugar on top if you’d like.
# Notes:
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This sweet and citrusy cake combines fresh orange flavors with the creamy texture of yogurt and the healthy fats of olive oil, making it a lighter choice for dessert.
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Stick to using full-fat Greek yogurt—it helps keep the texture moist, while lower-fat options might make the cake turn out dry.