How to Make Glazed Lemon Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats the zesty flavor of lemon, especially when it comes in the form of a delicious bread. If you're a fan of citrusy treats, then this Glazed Lemon Bread is definitely a recipe you'll want to keep in your collection. Soft and moist with a tangy lemon flavor, this bread is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert.

What sets this recipe apart from other lemon breads is the added touch of a sweet and tangy glaze. The combination of the soft bread with the glossy glaze...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 - 9x5 inch loaf

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 1 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the lemon peel. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt and baking powder.
  • Blend the flour mixture into the egg mixture, alternately with the milk; stir just to combine. Fold in the nuts; mixing just enough to evenly combine. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.
  • In a small bowl, dissolve 2 tablespoons sugar in the lemon juice. After loaf has cooled for 10 minutes, spoon glaze over loaf.
  • Nutrition

    218 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 314mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 81mg