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Lemon Cream Cheese Bread with Citrus Glaze

Lemon Cream Cheese Bread with Citrus Glaze for Bright Days

This Lemon Cream Cheese Bread with Citrus Glaze brings a bright and uplifting taste experience, perfect for springtime gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with non-dairy cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted for better control.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 Eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Zest Use fresh zest for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Can swap with other citrus juices.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blends can be substituted.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Kosher or table salt works.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream/Yogurt Buttermilk can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract.
For the Citrus Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Consider coconut sugar.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Orange Juice Use lemon juice for a sharper taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Blend softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then mix in lemon zest and juice.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  7. Add sour cream/yogurt alternately with dry ingredients, folding until just combined.
  8. Transfer batter to prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
  11. Whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, and lemon zest for the glaze.
  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Let the bread cool completely before glazing to maintain its sheen.

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