Kristy Cook
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 10-12 slices) 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
A delightful Orange Cream Cheese Loaf combining the tangy taste of oranges with the creamy texture of cream cheese. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack with tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of softened butter
- 4 oz of cream cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1 1/2 cups of flour
- 1 tsp of baking powder
- 1/2 tsp of baking soda
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, 1/2 cup of chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar, butter, and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the orange juice and zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the optional add-ins if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf light and fluffy.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
