Orange Pecan Quick Bread
If you're looking for a delightful treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or as a sweet afternoon snack, this Orange Pecan Quick Bread recipe is sure to hit the spot. The citrusy aroma combined with the crunch of pecans makes this bread a comforting and flavorful choice. Easy to make and even easier to devour, this recipe will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, orange juice, eggs, and orange zest until well combined.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
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Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice (about 60 g)- Calories
- 280 kcal
- Total Fat
- 15 g
- Saturated Fat
- 4.5 g
- Cholesterol
- 70 mg
- Sodium
- 300 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 33 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2.5 g
- Sugars
- 18 g
- Protein
- 5 g
This Orange Pecan Quick Bread is best enjoyed fresh but can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Warm individual slices in the microwave for a few seconds for that fresh-from-the-oven taste. Enjoy this delightful bread with a spread of butter or a dollop of creamy yogurt for a delicious treat any time of day.