Pistachio Poppy Seed Bread

Delight your taste buds with this Pistachio Poppy Seed Bread, a moist and tender loaf bursting with the nutty richness of shelled pistachios and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. Perfectly balanced with a hint of fresh lemon zest and aromatic vanilla, this recipe combines simple pantry staples to create an elegant treat. Whether you enjoy it as a sweet breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert, this quick bread delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make loaf will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted pistachios (shelled and roughly chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, chopped pistachios, and poppy seeds. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Once completely cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(968.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3422.3

Total Fat 166.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 388.5mg	0%
Sodium 2075.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 441.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 232.1g
Protein 64.8g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 666.7mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1690.9mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 50.0%