Total time: 1 hr 30 mins | Serves: 8
I love a little sweet treat to jump-start my day. That is why I enjoy this glazed cream cheese, orange loaf so much! It is a very moist bread with the perfect glaze. Incredibly simple to whip up and easy to customize.
INGREDIENTS :
- 1 c (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 c. sugar
- 1/4 c. orange juice
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 (8 ounces) package of cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp orange extract, optional
Glaze:
- 3-5 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
DIRECTIONS :
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 350 degrees F. Using butter or non-stick spray, generously grease a 9 x 5-inch baking dish. If desired, you can also use two loaf dishes.
Step 2: Place the flour, orange zest, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Step 3: Cream the butter, cream cheese, and sugar in a large bowl or mixer for about 3 to 4 minutes until smooth. Add the eggs along with the orange juice, vanilla, and orange extract.
Step 4: To the wet ingredients, slowly stir in the dry ingredients, beating until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the bread comes out clean.
Step 6: In the meantime, make the glaze. Mix the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until well blended. For a thinner glaze, add more orange juice. Or add less if you prefer a thicker glaze.
Step 7: Take the loaf out of the oven when done and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. To loosen the loaf, run a knife around the edge of the pan. Onto a serving plate, invert the loaf, and pour the glaze over. Allow the glaze to set.
Step 8: Slice and serve the glazed cream cheese, orange loaf at room temperature. Enjoy!
