Lemon Poppy Seed Yogurt Bread

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this Lemon Poppy Seed Yogurt Bread is the perfect blend of tangy citrus and tender sweetness. Bursting with flavor from fresh lemon juice, fragrant zest, and delicate poppy seeds, this easy-to-make loaf gets its luscious texture from creamy yogurt and a touch of vegetable oil. Topped with a simple yet stunning lemon glaze, each slice delivers a vibrant burst of sunshine that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time and ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen, this recipe is a fuss-free way to add a little homemade brightness to your day.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 0.75 cups Plain yogurt
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the yogurt, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the bread is cooling, make the lemon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

Step 9

Once the bread is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let it set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(882.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2736.5

Total Fat 124.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 1766.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 377.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 226.9g
Protein 43.6g	0%

Vitamin D 170.2IU	0%
Calcium 629.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 947.1mg	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: 40.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 53.8%