Description
This Deliciously Moist Orange Loaf Cake is a perfect balance of tangy citrus and sweet flavors, featuring Greek yogurt for extra moisture and olive oil for a tender crumb. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a delightful snack, this easy-to-make cake is fragrant with fresh orange zest and juice, and finished with a light dusting of icing sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup olive oil
For Garnish
- Icing sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan to ensure the cake does not stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures the leavening agents and salt are evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, eggs, orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Olive Oil: Whisk the olive oil into the wet ingredients mixture until fully incorporated, which helps keep the cake moist and tender.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently to combine everything just until incorporated; avoid overmixing to prevent a dense texture.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes. The cake is done when the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Garnish: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust the top with icing sugar to add a delicate sweetness and beautiful finish.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to maintain a light and tender crumb.
- Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best flavor.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey.
- Substitute olive oil with a neutral oil like canola if preferred, but olive oil adds a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: orange loaf cake, moist orange cake, Greek yogurt cake, easy orange cake, citrus loaf cake, olive oil cake, homemade orange dessert
