Description
This Lemon Poppy Seed Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf bursting with fresh lemon zest and tangy citrus glaze. The tender crumb is lightly studded with crunchy poppy seeds, creating a delightful texture contrast. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans and set them aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and poppy seeds until evenly combined.
- Using an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the canola oil, milk, and 2 cups granulated sugar until well blended. Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until fully combined, forming a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the ¾ cup sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the glaze evenly over the warm loaves. Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Lemon Poppy Seed Bread