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Sweet Lemon Bread

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This Sweet Lemon Bread is a delightful quick bread that perfectly balances tart citrus notes with rich, buttery sweetness. Unlike traditional yeast breads, this recipe uses baking powder for a tender, cake-like crumb that melts in your mouth. The addition of blanched almonds provides a delightful crunch and nutty depth, while the lemon glaze soaks into the warm loaf, intensifying the flavor. It is an ideal treat for afternoon tea, brunch, or as a comforting dessert. The aroma of fresh lemon and baking nuts will fill your kitchen, making it a welcoming addition to any gathering. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated yet homey dessert that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 5183.6
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Sweet Lemon Bread is a delightful quick bread that perfectly balances tart citrus notes with rich, buttery sweetness. Unlike traditional yeast breads, this recipe uses baking powder for a tender, cake-like crumb that melts in your mouth. The addition of blanched almonds provides a delightful crunch and nutty depth, while the lemon glaze soaks into the warm loaf, intensifying the flavor. It is an ideal treat for afternoon tea, brunch, or as a comforting dessert. The aroma of fresh lemon and baking nuts will fill your kitchen, making it a welcoming addition to any gathering. Simple ingredients come together to create a sophisticated yet homey dessert that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup Flour
  • 2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 1 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 3 Eggs
  • 3/4 cup Milk
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 Lemon's rind, grated
  • 3/4 cup Blanched almonds, chopped
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2
    Grease and flour a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
  3. 3
    In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  6. 6
    Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture in three parts, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. 7
    Stir in the 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and the grated lemon rind.
  8. 8
    Gently fold in the chopped blanched almonds.
  9. 9
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly with a rubber spatula.
  10. 10
    Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes.
  11. 11
    While the bread bakes, combine 1/4 cup sugar and the juice of one large lemon in a small bowl. Stir with a fork until the sugar is dissolved.
  12. 12
    Remove the bread from the oven and place the pan on a wire cooling rack.
  13. 13
    Using a toothpick, poke several small holes all over the top of the warm bread.
  14. 14
    Slowly pour the lemon-sugar glaze over the bread, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  15. 15
    Let the bread sit in the pan for 15 minutes to allow the glaze to set.
  16. 16
    Remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to the wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5183.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 236.0g364%
Saturated Fat 53.2g266%
Cholesterol 563.1mg188%
Sodium 13264.1mg553%
Total Carbohydrate 689.6g230%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g130%
Sugars 380.5g
Protein 100.6g202%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Wrap cooled bread tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Substitutions: You can substitute whole wheat flour for half of the all-purpose flour for a denser texture. If you don't have blanched almonds, you can use slivered almonds or omit them entirely.

Tips: Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for best creaming results. Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour, as this can make the bread tough.

Keywords: lemon, bread, quick bread, almonds, citrus, glaze, dessert, brunch, baking, homemade, moist, easy, comfort food, tea time, fruit bread
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