Description
Brighten your day with this delightful Lemon Bread Recipe, a perfect blend of moist texture and zesty flavors. Infused with fresh lemons and a hint of yogurt, this bread is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile—ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack. The addition of a tangy lemon glaze elevates it further, making it an irresistible treat for any gathering or cozy afternoon. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this citrusy delight and impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- Zest and juice from 2 large lemons
- 2 tablespoons lemon extract
- 1–3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, Greek yogurt, eggs, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the center.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60–75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 27mg