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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread: Moist & Irresistibly Delicious!

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread is a must-try for its delightful moist texture and bright flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter provides richness and moisture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the bread
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest fresh zest works best
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds depth to the flavor
  • 3 large Eggs binds ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gives structure to the bread
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds adds a nutty flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda supports leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Sour Cream keeps bread tender
  • 1/2 cup Milk adds moisture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice intensifies lemon flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice gives a tangy kick

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your loaf pan.
  2. Cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in lemon zest and vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine sour cream, milk, and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  6. Alternate adding the dry and wet mixtures to the mixer, combining until just mixed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Make the glaze by dissolving granulated sugar in lemon juice over medium heat.
  10. Poke holes in the bread and pour the glaze over the top, allowing it to seep in.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Allow to cool before slicing.

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