Delicious and moist orange almond poppy seed bread with a perfect balance of citrus and nutty flavors.

This orange almond poppy seed bread is a delightful treat that combines the zesty taste of oranges with the nuttiness of almonds and the crunch of poppy seeds. The bread is moist, tender, and bursting with citrusy flavors that will leave you craving for more. It is a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, and makes for a great homemade gift for family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 tsp almond extract
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, eggs, orange juice, orange zest, and almond extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the poppy seeds.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
7. Enjoy the orange almond poppy seed bread with a cup of tea or coffee, or wrap it up as a thoughtful homemade gift.

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