Sunshine Bread

Brighten up your day with the zesty allure of Sunshine Bread, a moist and tender loaf bursting with citrusy goodness. This delightful recipe combines the vibrant flavors of fresh orange and lemon zest with a hint of vanilla for a beautifully fragrant treat. Each slice is perfectly balanced with a soft crumb and a tangy lemon glaze that melts into the warm bread, adding a glossy finish and sweet-tart flavor. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this easy-to-make quick bread takes just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether served with a cup of tea or simply enjoyed on its own, this sunshine-filled loaf will brighten even the cloudiest of days.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter until smooth and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Mix in the orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the bread is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 9

Once the bread is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack.

Step 10

While the bread is still warm, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, letting it soak into the bread slightly.

Step 11

Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Sunshine Bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(482.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1126.3

Total Fat 51.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 135.0mg	0%
Sodium 953.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 166.6g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 200.7mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 480.7mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 59.4%