Mandarin Orange Bread
Bursting with citrusy charm, this Mandarin Orange Bread is a delightful treat that blends the sweetness of juicy mandarin oranges with a tender, buttery crumb. Made with canned mandarin oranges and their zest, this quick bread delivers a refreshing flavor profile that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Its golden-baked exterior gives way to a moist and fluffy interior, while the optional orange glaze adds an extra layer of zingy sweetness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is as convenient as it is irresistible. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting slice of sunshine that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. Perfect for citrus lovers, the balance of vibrant mandarin flavor and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture makes this loaf a must-try! Keywords: Mandarin Orange Bread recipe, citrus quick bread, easy bread recipe, mandarin orange dessert, glazed orange bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned, in juice)
- 1 teaspoon Mandarin orange zest
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 1 tablespoon Mandarin orange juice (for optional glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, mandarin orange zest, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
Drain the mandarin oranges and lightly mash them with a fork to release some of the juices. Add the mashed oranges to the wet mixture.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the bread dense.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional glaze: In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar and mandarin orange juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread before serving.
Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3051 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2274 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.3 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
