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Easy Rhubarb Loaf with Orange Glaze

Easy Rhubarb Loaf with Orange Glaze

A delightful, moist quick bread featuring tart rhubarb and finished with a sweet, zesty orange glaze. Perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

Rhubarb Loaf
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup rhubarb chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
Orange Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9x5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb pieces using a spatula. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a few more drops of juice until desired pouring consistency is reached.
  8. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the orange glaze generously over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

For an extra tangy flavor, you can toss the chopped rhubarb with 1 tablespoon of the measured sugar before folding it into the batter. Ensure the rhubarb is fresh or properly thawed if using frozen.