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orange bread with 2 slices cut, a knife and orange slices on a white board

Homemade Orange Bread

Rosemary Molloy
Orange bread is a delicious citrus-flavored yeast bread that is not too sweet. Candied orange gives it a pretty presenation and it's perfect any occasion.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Specialty Breads
Cuisine American
Servings 1 loaf
Calories 1728 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons lukewarm water (105F / 40C)
  • 1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup boiling water
  • 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all purpose flour (divided) (250 grams)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup candied orange (20 grams)

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl mix together the lukewarm water and sugar, sprinkle the yeast on top, let sit 5 minutes then stir to combine.
  • In the bowl of the stand up mixer add the boiling water and butter, once the butter has melted then add the sugar and stir to combine, add the orange juice and salt mix to combine. Cool the mixture to lukewarm (105F / 40C) then add the yeast mixture.
  • With the flat beaters on low speed start to mix add 1/2 cup of flour and beat to combine, add the egg yolk and candied orange mix to combine.
  • Add the remaining flour and with the hook attachment knead for 3-4 minutes or until the dough is smooth and compact and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Move the dough to a lightly floured flat surface, gently knead into a ball and place in an lightly oil bowl, turning the dough to lightly cover in oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, place in a warm draft free area and let rise 1-2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
  • Punch the dough down and form into a loaf or 8-10 rolls. Place in a loaf pan (9x5 inches / 25x11 cm) or on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Cover and let rise 1 hour.
  • Pre-heat oven to 375F (190C).
  • Bake the loaf for approximately 40-45 minutes or until done.
  • Bake the rolls for approximately 12-15 minutes.

Notes

Check to make sure the dough has risen enough by sticking your knuckles or a couple of fingers in the dough to make an indentation, if the indentation disappears, the dough needs more time to rise.  If the dent remains, the bread is ready to bake or move to the second rise.
The bread is baked when the interior temperature reaches 190-200F (87-93C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 1728kcalCarbohydrates: 315gProtein: 37gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 431mgSodium: 804mgFiber: 8gSugar: 108g
Keyword homemade orange bread with yeast, orange bread
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