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Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf with Greek Yogurt

A close-up of a moist lemon poppy seed loaf with a sweet glaze drizzled on top.
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A moist and tender lemon poppy seed quick bread, perfect for brunch or a snack, finished with a simple lemon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  6. Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Add the Greek yogurt mixture and mix until just combined.
  8. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Gently fold in the poppy seeds.
  10. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. While the loaf is cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired drizzling consistency.
  14. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top.

Notes

  • For a brighter lemon flavor, you can add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest.
  • If you don’t have Greek yogurt, sour cream can be substituted.
  • Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture.

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