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Fragrant Moroccan Orange and Olive Oil Loaf

This delightful loaf cake, inspired by Moroccan flavors, is an ideal choice for a morning treat or a light afternoon snack. It's beautifully aromatic, with bright orange zest, warm cinnamon, and the subtle richness of olive oil, creating a truly distinctive and enjoyable taste.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

Let's cook.

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

02

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

03

In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, olive oil, and eggs until well combined and slightly pale.

04

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

05

Stir in the fresh orange juice and orange zest until fully incorporated.

06

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.

07

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely tent it with foil.

08

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

About This Recipe

This delightful loaf cake, inspired by Moroccan flavors, is an ideal choice for a morning treat or a light afternoon snack. It's beautifully aromatic, with bright orange zest, warm cinnamon, and the subtle richness of olive oil, creating a truly distinctive and enjoyable taste.
Fragrant Moroccan Orange and Olive Oil Loaf
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For an extra touch of Moroccan flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom to the dry ingredients. A simple glaze made from powdered sugar and orange juice can be drizzled over the cooled loaf for added sweetness and moisture.
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Easy Substitutions

You can substitute lemon juice and zest for the orange for a different citrus profile. For a nuttier flavor, replace 1/4 cup of the flour with almond flour.
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Storage & Reheating

Store the loaf cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen, well-wrapped, for up to 2 months.
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