Lemon Poppy Seed Bread
Banana, Zucchini & Fruit Loaf Breads
Bright, zesty lemon bread studded with poppy seeds and topped with a tangy lemon glaze. A bakery classic.
Prep Time
15 min
Bake Time
50 min
Servings
10
Calories
235
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- 2
Mix Wet
Combine butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- 3
Add Dry
Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.
- 4
Add Fruit
Fold in the featured fruit or mix-ins.
- 5
Bake
Pour into pan. Bake 50–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes, then turn out.
Baker's Notes
“Toss fruit in a tablespoon of flour before folding into the batter — it prevents the fruit from sinking to the bottom of the loaf.”
— Baker Thomas Moreau
Nutrition Facts
235
cal
7g
Protein
7g
Fat
38g
Carbs
2g
Fiber
235mg
Sodium
Tips & Tricks
- •Toss fruit in a tablespoon of flour before folding in to prevent sinking.
- •Let the bread cool completely before slicing — cutting too early releases steam and changes texture.
- •Fruit breads freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
Reviews (3)
Just like from the bakery! The crust is crispy and the crumb is soft. Bravo for this extraordinary recipe.
Easy to prepare and so delicious! Even my picky kids went for seconds. This bread has become a staple in our home.
Excellent recipe. I followed the instructions to the letter and the result was perfect. My wife loved it. The best homemade bread I've made.
Baker Thomas Moreau
Head Baker & Recipe Developer
Red Seal Certified Baker
