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Ingredients
Lemon Bread:
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cooking spray
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1 cup sugar
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1/3 cup olive oil
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2 tablespoons lemon zest
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
Icing:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, or to taste
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1 pinch salt
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray an 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
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Whisk together sugar, eggs, olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and vanilla extract together in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Add in 1 cup flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and mix until just combined. Pour in buttermilk and mix until just combined. Add in remaining 1 cup flour and mix until just combined.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan and tap the pan on the counter a few times to remove large air bubbles.
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Bake in the preheated oven until the top springs back lightly when touched, 60 to 65 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out clean. Allow bread to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
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To make icing, whisk powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, cream, 1/4 teaspoon zest, and 1 pinch salt together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour icing over cooled bread and allow it to set before slicing.
Cook's Note:
You can use vegetable or canola oil in place of the olive oil, if desired. This loaf can also be baked in a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Adjust your bake time accordingly–and start checking for doneness about 5 to 10 minutes earlier.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
312 | Calories |
10g | Fat |
52g | Carbs |
5g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 312 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 10g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 11% |
Cholesterol 42mg | 14% |
Sodium 257mg | 11% |
Total Carbohydrate 52g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 32g | |
Protein 5g | 10% |
Vitamin C 3mg | 4% |
Calcium 83mg | 6% |
Iron 1mg | 8% |
Potassium 94mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.