Start your day on a refreshing note with this delicious and moist Lemon Breakfast Bread. Made with fresh lemon zest and juice, this bread is bursting with citrus flavor. It's the perfect treat for breakfast or brunch, and pairs perfectly with a cup of hot coffee or tea. This recipe is simple to make and will impress your family and friends with its bright flavor and tender texture. Serve it warm or at room temperature and enjoy the delightful tanginess of lemon in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup buttermilk
- For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the wet mixture, and mix well.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the bread is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack and drizzle the glaze over the top while it's still warm.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving.
