SICILIAN ORANGE BREAD with glaze, a super soft orange cake, easy and quick to prepare, ideal for breakfast or snack.
The “Sicilian Orange Bread” is a delight that combines the richness of citrus fruits with the art of Sicilian pastry. This orange cake, enriched with orange paste, is incredibly soft and captivates with its enveloping aroma.
The Sicilian Orange Bread captures the essence of the Mediterranean with its intense orange flavor. The citrus fruits of Sicily give this cake a fruity and fresh note, making it ideal for those who love flavors linked to Sicilian tradition.
What distinguishes the Orange Bread is its incredibly soft texture. Each slice melts in your mouth, revealing layers of sweetness and lightness. The orange paste adds a touch of moisture and a note of acidity that perfectly balances the overall flavor.
The preparation of this cake follows Sicilian tradition, but I added my personal touch with a bit of almond flour.
The Sicilian Orange Bread is a tribute to the tradition and goodness of Sicilian fruits. Captivating the palate with its softness and enveloping orange aroma, this cake becomes the star of every sweet moment.
Join me in the kitchen today there’s Sicilian orange bread.
Published27 November 2012 12:02
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6-8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 0.5 oz orange
- 0.25 cup sugar
- Half packet baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg white
- 2 teaspoons orange juice
Steps
Preheat the oven to 356°F
Blend the orange peel, then the fruit without the white part and seeds, and add the 1/4 cup of sugar indicated in the recipe.
Cream the butter with the sugar, then add the flours, the eggs one at a time, and the orange mixture.
Pour into a greased and floured loaf pan or a 20 cm (8 inch) pan and bake for about 40 minutes.
With the Bimby: Pour the sugar into the bowl at speed 10 for 10 seconds to powder it, add the butter at speed 3 for 20 seconds, then add the eggs, flours, orange paste, and baking powder, speed 5 for 50 seconds.
For the glaze: Pour the powdered sugar, egg white, and orange juice a little at a time into the robot until you find the preferred consistency, if more or less translucent, if it’s too thick, just add a little juice, blend and it’s ready.
Remove the orange bread from the oven, let it cool a little and cover it with the glaze.
Bon appétit
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Sicilian Orange Bread with Glaze
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) Sicilian Orange Bread with Glaze
What is the secret to making the Orange Bread particularly soft?
The secret to making Orange Bread particularly soft is the use of fresh and quality ingredients, like eggs, and the right amount of baking powder. The orange paste adds moisture and a note of acidity that contributes to the softness of the cake.
Can I customize the recipe with other ingredients?
Absolutely! You can customize the Orange Bread recipe by adding ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or a splash of orange liqueur for an extra touch of flavor.
What type of oranges are recommended?
To achieve the best flavor, it’s advisable to use Sicilian oranges or other varieties of fresh and juicy citrus fruits. The combination of orange juice and zest will give the cake an authentic aroma.
