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Gluten-Free Orange Cardamom Bread

A delightful gluten-free bread infused with the bright flavors of orange and aromatic cardamom, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Ensure it's a blend with xanthan gum
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce Can substitute with yogurt
  • 1/4 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tbsp orange zest From about 1 orange
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Pan
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with oil or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cardamom, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, applesauce, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
Combine and Bake
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  2. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

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