Best 6 Raisin Orange Bread Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and flavorful treat that will tantalize your taste buds? If so, look no further than raisin orange bread, a classic recipe that combines the zesty sweetness of oranges with the chewy texture of plump raisins. This delectable bread is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy breakfast gathering, an afternoon snack, or a special dessert course. With its moist and tender crumb and the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, raisin orange bread is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

RAISIN ORANGE BREAD



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I've won many blue ribbons over the years with this recipe. No doubt my daughters will pass on the tradition and bake this bread for their own families.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
5 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup water
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups raisins
WALNUT GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons butter, softened
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, orange zest, yeast, salt and ginger. In a saucepan, heat milk, butter and water to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in raisins. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours., Punch dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; knead for 1 minute. Cover and let rest 15 minutes. Divide in half. Roll each portion into a 9x7-in. oval; fold in half lengthwise. Pinch edges to seal. Place in two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. With a sharp knife, make three 1/4-in.-deep diagonal slashes across top of each loaf. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown. Cover loosely with foil after 20 minutes to prevent over browning. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. For glaze, combine the sugar, orange juice and butter until smooth. Stir in walnuts. Spread over loaves.

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CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD PUDDING WITH ORANGE BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE



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Make and share this Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding with Orange Butterscotch Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups raisin bread or 8 cups challah, cubed
2 apples, peeled and cubed
6 egg yolks (may use egg substitute)
3 whole eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup heavy cream (may use non-dairy creamer)
1 cup whole milk (may use 2%)
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1 orange, squeezed
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • -------CinnamonRaisin Bread Pudding-----------.
  • Peel and cube the apples.
  • In a saute pan melt the butter, then add the apple cubes and brown sugar and saute until soft.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a 10" x 8" pan, layer bread cubes and apple cubes.
  • In mixing bowl, combine egg yolks, whole eggs, cream, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon and beat well.
  • Pour mixture over bread and apple cubes and allow to sit 15 minutes.
  • Place pan with apples and bread in a larger pan and fill with water to 1" of the top.
  • Back in 350-degree oven for 35 minutes or until knife comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool, then cut into squares and serve with Orange Butterscotch Sauce, you may also drizzle with melted vanilla ice cream.
  • -----------OrangeButterscotch Sauce------------.
  • In sauce pan melt butter, then add brown sugar and allow to bubble.
  • Add orange liqueur and fresh orange juice and allow to reduce to half.
  • Add heavy cream and reduce until lightly thickened.

BREAD MACHINE BRIOCHE ORANGE-RAISIN BREAD



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I made this bread because i had 2 grandchildren for overnight and i wanted something special for breakfast. this bread has wonderful orange taste in a not too sweet brioche bread.

Provided by Muddyboots

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons yeast
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 tablespoon orange peel
3/4 cup golden raisin
milk

Steps:

  • In a saucepan heat butter, 1/4 cup milk, sugar, and salt. . beat eggs. when butter melts remove from heat . add to beaten eggs.Place this mixture into bread machine container. finely chop orange peel and add to milk and egg mixture in the bread machine. heat water and add raisins to water to plumb and add to egg mixture in the bread machine container. add flour on top of liquid and eggs in the bread machine container then place yeast on top of flour. put on dough setting. when done with dough cycle place on floured surface and let rest covered for 5 minutes. divide rested dough into three equal parts. roll each piece into 26 inch length. lay side by side and braid. pinch each end of braid together. transfer braided ring to large greased baking sheet. cover with plastic wrap and let rise 40 minutes; dough will rise slightly. preheat oven to 350 degrees. lightly brush top with milk, place a foil ball or ovwn-safe jar or glass in middle to retaain shape. bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown in color.

ORANGE RAISIN BREAD



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Make and share this Orange Raisin Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Candace Michelle 2

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1 orange, rind of, grated
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup seedless raisin
1/2 cup boiling water

Steps:

  • Pour 1/2 a cup boiling water of the raisins, add the rind of 1 orange. Let cool.
  • Mix together butter and sugar; cream until fluffy. Add egg, juice, and dry ingredients and blend.
  • Stir in cooled raisin mixture. Pour into prepared bread pan and bake 1 hour at 350.

ORANGE OATMEAL RAISIN BREAD



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For a delicious breakfast, spread slices of this hearty bread with marmalade. The orange juice, molasses and oats are a palate-pleasing combination. &Mdash; Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 3 loaves (10 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups boiling water
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup molasses
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl pour 2 cups boiling water over oats and raisins. Add the orange juice, molasses, vegetable oil, and salt. Cool to 120°-130°, stirring occasionally. , In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oat mixture and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Shape each into a round or oval loaf. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , With a sharp knife, make three to five shallow slashes across the top of each loaf. Beat egg and milk; lightly brush over loaves. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

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ORANGE-RAISIN TOASTING BREAD



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"This tasty no-knead bread is so easy, it almost makes itself," chuckles Virginia Doyle of Pinedale, Wyoming. "With raisins and a hint of orange flavor, It's wonderful toasted for breakfast or anytime of the day with tea. I like to keep some on hand to share when friends stop by our ranch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/4 cups orange juice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup raisins
Cornmeal

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt and baking powder. In a saucepan, heat orange juice and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Add orange zest. Stir in remaining flour (batter will be thick). Stir in raisins (do not knead). , Coat an 8x4-in. loaf pan with cooking spray and sprinkle with cornmeal; spoon batter into pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use good quality ingredients, especially the oranges and raisins. Fresh, juicy oranges and plump, flavorful raisins will make a big difference in the overall taste of the bread.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Don't overbake the bread. Overbaking can make the bread dry and crumbly. Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.
  • Serve the bread with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Raisin orange bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful crumb, tangy orange zest, and sweet raisins, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, raisin orange bread is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

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