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Orange Poppy Seed Bread

Deliciously Moist Orange Poppy Seed Bread Recipe You’ll Love

This showstopping Orange Poppy Seed Bread delivers a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp poppy seeds
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cups fresh orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 0.25 cups whole milk

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
  4. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir until just mixed.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 7g

Notes

Customize with cranberries or almond extract for different flavors. Store in an airtight container for up to three days. Can be frozen for later enjoyment.

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