GLAZED CREAM CHEESE ORANGE LOAF

Total time: 1 hr 30 mins | Serves: 8

I love a little sweet treat to jump-start my day. That is why I enjoy this glazed cream cheese, orange loaf so much! It is a very moist bread with the perfect glaze. Incredibly simple to whip up and easy to customize.

INGREDIENTS

1 c (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature

2 c. all-purpose flour

1 c. sugar

1/4 c. orange juice

3 large eggs

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp orange zest

1 1/2 tsp baking soda

1 (8 ounces) package of cream cheese, room temperature

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp orange extract, optional

Glaze:

3-5 tbsp orange juice

1 tsp orange zest

1 1/2 c. powdered sugar

How to make Glazed Cream Cheese Orange Loaf

Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 350 degrees F. Using butter or non-stick spray, generously grease a 9 x 5-inch baking dish. If desired, you can also use two loaf dishes.

Step 2: Place the flour, orange zest, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3: Cream the butter, cream cheese, and sugar in a large bowl or mixer for about 3 to 4 minutes until smooth. Add the eggs along with the orange juice, vanilla, and orange extract.

Step 4: To the wet ingredients, slowly stir in the dry ingredients, beating until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the bread comes out clean.

Step 6: In the meantime, make the glaze. Mix the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until well blended. For a thinner glaze, add more orange juice. Or add less if you prefer a thicker glaze.

Step 7: Take the loaf out of the oven when done and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. To loosen the loaf, run a knife around the edge of the pan. Onto a serving plate, invert the loaf, and pour the glaze over. Allow the glaze to set.

Step 8: Slice and serve the glazed cream cheese, orange loaf at room temperature. Enjoy!

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