Glazed Lemon Bread

Brighten your day with the zesty perfection of Glazed Lemon Bread, a moist and tender loaf infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon zest and juice. This easy-to-make recipe combines buttery richness with the tang of Greek yogurt to create a perfectly balanced crumb that melts in your mouth. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze that drips irresistibly down the sides, this bread is a citrus lover’s dream. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, it’s simple yet elegant, and ready to impress in just over an hour. Whether enjoyed as is or with a sprinkle of extra lemon zest for a pop of color, this lemon bread promises to be a hit with every bite. Keywords: glazed lemon loaf, lemon dessert, citrus bread, lemon glaze recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 units large eggs
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Rub the zest into the sugar with your fingers until it is fragrant and slightly moist.

Step 4

Whisk in the melted butter, lemon juice, eggs, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix just until no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Once the lemon bread is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Step 11

Optionally, sprinkle with additional lemon zest for garnish.

Step 12

Slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(885.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2882.5

Total Fat 110.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 642.6mg	0%
Sodium 644.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 442.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 295.0g
Protein 44.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 266.5mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 620.5mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 60.2%