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Delish Lemon Poppy Seed Bread Recipe

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This Delish Lemon Poppy Seed Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread bursting with fresh lemon zest, tangy lemon juice, and crunchy poppy seeds. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this moist loaf combines the richness of buttermilk and butter with bright citrus notes for a refreshing treat. Baked to golden perfection, it’s easy to make and sure to please citrus lovers.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened (Make sure it’s at room temperature.)
  • 2 large eggs (Use fresh eggs for the best flavor.)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (Fresh lemon zest enhances the flavor.)
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk (Can substitute with regular milk, but buttermilk gives a richer taste.)
  • 0.5 cup lemon juice (Freshly squeezed is best.)

Instructions

  1. Preparation Steps: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. This step ensures your bread comes out easily without sticking to the pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This creates the dry base for your batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Eggs: In another bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter until it is light and fluffy. Then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to fully incorporate them and create a smooth texture.
  4. Add Flavorings and Liquids: Stir in the fresh lemon zest and buttermilk, followed by the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix until the batter is smooth and all wet ingredients are combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to avoid overmixing. Mix just until everything is moistened and fully combined.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, using a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is cooked through.
  8. Cool the Bread: Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
  • Room temperature butter creams better with sugar and eggs for a lighter texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and avoid toughness.
  • Buttermilk adds richness and moisture but can be substituted with regular milk if necessary.
  • Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs attached.

Keywords: lemon poppy seed bread, lemon bread, poppy seed bread, quick bread, citrus bread, lemon dessert, citrus loaf

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