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Vegan Orange Loaf Cake

Moist Vegan Orange Loaf Cake that Brightens Your Day

This Vegan Orange Loaf Cake is incredibly moist and flavorful, brightening your day with its vibrant orange flavor.
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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: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Can replace with lemon juice.
  • 1 cup Light Muscovado Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar or soft brown sugar.
  • 2 tbsp Orange Zest Use organic oranges for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Pod or Vanilla Bean Paste Can substitute with vanilla extract.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Can swap for a neutral oil like sunflower or canola.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Fresh juice maximizes aroma.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No substitutes for best results.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Yogurt or Orange Juice Choose based on dietary preference.
  • 1 tbsp Additional Orange Zest

Equipment

  • 8" loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare an 8" loaf pan by greasing it and placing a parchment sling inside.
  2. Combine the soy milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and let it sit for about 10 minutes to curdle.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the light muscovado sugar with the grated orange zest, rubbing the zest into the sugar.
  4. Add the olive oil, vegan buttermilk, and orange juice to the sugar mixture and whisk until well combined.
  5. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt in two batches, gently folding until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Whisk together the powdered sugar, vegan yogurt or orange juice, and additional orange zest for the glaze.
  9. Once cooled, gently pour the glaze over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use organic oranges for the best flavor and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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