Cheryl's Poppy Seed Bread with Glaze

Infused with the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors, Cheryl's Poppy Seed Bread with Glaze is a timeless treat that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible. This moist, tender loaf is speckled with poppy seeds for a delightful crunch and warmly flavored with a duo of vanilla and almond extracts. What truly sets this recipe apart is the luscious orange glaze—made with melted butter and powdered sugar—that soaks into the bread, creating a radiant citrusy finish. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for any occasion, whether it's breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, this homemade poppy seed bread is destined to impress. With its soft texture, rich flavor, and simple preparation, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 cups Sugar
• 1.5 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 0.25 cup Butter (unsalted, melted)
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)
• 0.25 teaspoons Almond extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans, or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

While the bread is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, orange juice, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.

Step 8

Once the bread is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully remove the loaves from the pans and place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.

Step 10

While the bread is still warm, drizzle the glaze evenly over the tops of the loaves. Let the glaze soak into the bread and set as the loaves cool.

Step 11

Slice and serve once the bread is fully cooled. Enjoy a slice of Cheryl's Poppy Seed Bread with Glaze as a delightful treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1708.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6072.4

Total Fat 236.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 101.0g
Cholesterol 711.3mg	0%
Sodium 2183.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 929.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 644.7g
Protein 67.5g	0%

Vitamin D 230.4IU	0%
Calcium 656.4mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 1216.4mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 60.8%