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Vegan Orange Loaf Cake

Moist Vegan Orange Loaf Cake with Zesty Glaze Delight

Irresistibly fluffy Vegan Orange Loaf Cake that satisfies sweet cravings and health goals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Provides moisture and acts as a base for vegan buttermilk.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Essential for leavening.
  • 1 cup Light Muscovado Sugar Adds sweetness with a hint of caramel flavor.
  • Zest from 3 large oranges Orange Zest Infuses the cake with vibrant orange flavor.
  • 1 pod Vanilla Pod or Vanilla Bean Paste Enhances flavor; use extract if necessary.
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil or Neutral Oil Provides richness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Adds extra moisture.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the cake's structure; sift for lightness.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the Orange Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar The sweet base for the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Yogurt or Orange Juice Achieves the desired consistency.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Boosts the flavor profile of the glaze.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of soy milk with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, rub 1 cup of light muscovado sugar with the zest from 3 large organic oranges.
  4. Add 1/3 cup of olive oil, the vegan buttermilk, and 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice. Whisk until combined.
  5. Sift in 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Fold until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and optionally place vegan butter strips in the center.
  7. Bake for 45–55 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of vegan yogurt or orange juice, and 1 tablespoon of orange zest to make the glaze.
  10. Once cooled, pour the glaze over the cake and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose organic oranges for the best flavor and avoid over-mixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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