How to Make Poppy Seed Bread II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Poppy Seed Bread, also known as lemon poppy seed bread, is a delicious and moist loaf that is perfect for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack. This recipe for Poppy Seed Bread II takes the classic recipe to the next level with a few simple tweaks and additions that enhance the flavor and texture of the bread. With a tender crumb and a subtle hint of lemon, this bread is sure to become a family favorite.

One of the key ingredients in this recipe is, of course, poppy seeds. These tiny bl...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract
  • 2 teaspoons butter flavored extract
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 3 -8x4 inch loaves

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  • Mix the flour, salt, baking powder, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, white sugar, poppy seeds, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the vanilla, lemon and butter flavoring. Stir until just combined and pour the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour. Cool for 5 minutes then poke holes in the top of the bread with a meat fork and pour glaze over tops.
  • To Make Glaze: Mix the orange juice, confectioner's sugar, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon each of the vanilla, butter and lemon flavorings. Use immediately to pour over the still warm loaves.
  • Nutrition

    198 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 153mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 47mg