Canadian Lemon Bread

Brighten your day with the zesty perfection of Canadian Lemon Bread, a tangy, tender loaf bursting with citrusy flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic lemon zest to deliver a moist, buttery crumb that’s as delightful with afternoon tea as it is for breakfast. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze, this bread achieves the perfect balance of sweet and tart in every slice. Ready in just over an hour and made with pantry staples, this crowd-pleasing treat is a must-try for lemon lovers. Whether you’re entertaining guests or savoring a quiet moment, Canadian Lemon Bread is sure to steal the show.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cups whole milk
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoons lemon zest
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 5

Mix in the milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Note that the mixture may look slightly curdled—this is normal.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the lemon bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To prepare the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread, allowing it to set for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3006.2

Total Fat 113.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 652.3mg	0%
Sodium 2311.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 463.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 270.4g
Protein 44.7g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 358.8mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 792.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 60.7%