Nana's Poppy Seed Bread

Nana’s Poppy Seed Bread is a timeless family favorite that combines a moist, tender crumb with bursts of nutty poppy seeds in every bite. This easy quick bread is infused with the warm, aromatic flavors of vanilla and almond extracts, while a buttery orange glaze adds a tangy-sweet finish that takes it to the next level. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert, this recipe is simple to prepare and yields two generous loaves, making it ideal for sharing. Whether served plain or with a smear of butter, Nana's Poppy Seed Bread is a comforting homemade treat that’s sure to become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire. Keywords: poppy seed bread recipe, easy quick bread, homemade bread, orange glaze, family recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons Almond extract
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract

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, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 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 saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the orange juice, powdered sugar, and almond extract until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

When the bread is done baking, allow it to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the loaves from the pans and place them on a wire rack.

Step 9

While the bread is still warm, brush the glaze evenly over the loaves, allowing it to soak in. Let the bread cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve slices of Nana's Poppy Seed Bread as is or with a pat of butter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1829.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6292.5

Total Fat 269.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 135.4g
Cholesterol 656.7mg	0%
Sodium 2371.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 928.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 641.0g
Protein 73.6g	0%

Vitamin D 288.5IU	0%
Calcium 987.7mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 1431.3mg	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: 37.7%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 57.7%