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Lemon Orange Loaf

A refreshing citrus loaf cake that combines the bright flavors of lemon and orange, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 cups fresh orange juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mixing
  1. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the buttermilk, lemon zest, orange zest, lemon juice, and orange juice until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This loaf can be served plain or with a light glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.

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