Orange Blossom Honey Loaf: The Sweet Delight You've Been Missing!
This delightful Orange Blossom Honey Loaf is infused with the sweet and aromatic flavor of orange blossom honey, creating a moist and fragrant cake that’s perfect for tea time or dessert.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup orange blossom honey Preferably fresh and fragrant
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter Softened to room temperature
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons orange zest Freshly grated
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and honey together on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Alternate combining the milk and dry ingredients into the honey mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest. Ensure even distribution.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a twist, serve with a glaze made from powdered sugar and additional orange juice. Store the cooled loaf in an airtight container for up to 3 days.