{"id":32733,"date":"2024-04-22T13:14:31","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T07:44:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tashasartisanfoodscom-bt.b.tempurl.cc\/blog\/?p=32733"},"modified":"2024-09-01T12:21:01","modified_gmt":"2024-09-01T06:51:01","slug":"the-best-lemon-poppy-seed-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tashasartisanfoodscom-bt.b.tempurl.cc\/blog\/the-best-lemon-poppy-seed-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Lemon Poppy Seed Bread"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Making lemon poppy seed quick bread<\/strong> from scratch is easy, and it's delicious as-is or with some lemony glaze. What's more, it looks pretty, is speckled with little poppy seeds, has an incomparably moist crumb, and is fascinatingly crunchy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lemon poppy seed bread is perfectly balanced. Not too sweet nor overwhelmingly lemony. It\u2019s a soft, moist bread, almost like a lemon pound cake<\/a> but not as heavy, so perfect with a cup of tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Love lemony bakes? Then do try my soft and zesty blueberry and lemon bread<\/a>, creamy lemon cheesecake<\/a>, easy lemon tiramisu<\/a>, and vegan lemon tart<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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Why You'll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a simple and straightforward recipe, ideal for beginner bakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crumb is moist, tender, and light with a light crunch from the poppyseeds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bursting with zesty lemon flavor, this poppyseed bread is perfect with your morning cuppa or an afternoon treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This lemon poppyseed bread is a crowd pleaser, wonderful for brunches, picnics, and potlucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This bread freezes beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Flour<\/strong>: Opt for all-purpose flour for the most tender crumb in your lemon poppy seed bread. You can also experiment with whole wheat flour or a blend of both for added depth of flavor and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poppy seeds:<\/strong> These little black-blue seeds give this lemon bread a wonderful, delicate nutty crunch and give a lovely appearance to the crumb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar<\/strong>: I went with caster sugar, but cane sugar, raw sugar, or any type you like will work just as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong>: Any kind will do. I personally prefer full-fat milk for that extra creaminess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil<\/strong>: Don\u2019t have sunflower oil? Use olive oil, coconut oil, or even melted butter to give your quick bread that delicious buttery touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eggs<\/strong> make the easy lemon poppy seed bread richer and give it structure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lemon<\/strong>: Use whatever variety is locally available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card for full information about the ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Lemon Poppy Seed Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1<\/strong>: Set your oven to preheat and grease your loaf tin. I used an 8-by-4-inch one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3<\/strong>: Whisk in poppy seeds and set the dry ingredients aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Zest a lemon and rub sugar into it to make lemon-infused sugar (more on this in the notes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> In another larger bowl, beat eggs and sugar till light, creamy, and pale. About 3 to 4 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/strong> Pour the oil and lemon juice and mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/strong> Add half the dry ingredients to the wet. Combine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/strong> Pour milk into the lemon poppyseed bread batter. Mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 9:<\/strong> Add the rest of the dry ingredients and combine just until no dry streaks are visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 10:<\/strong> Pour the lemon and poppy seed bread batter into the prepared tin and bake until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 11:<\/strong> Let the quick bread cool in the pan before turning it out on a wire rack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Optional step<\/strong>: Drizzle lemon glaze on the lemon poppy seed bread. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step:<\/strong> Serve and enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pro Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n