Heart-Healthy Lemon Bread
Brighten up your day with a slice of Heart-Healthy Lemon Bread, a guilt-free indulgence that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! This wholesome recipe features whole wheat flour as its base, adding fiber and nutrients without compromising flavor. Honey and Greek yogurt ensure natural sweetness and moisture, while vibrant lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice deliver a zesty punch that’s both refreshing and aromatic. Crafted with olive oil and vanilla extract, this low-fat bread balances richness and lightness perfectly. Ideal for breakfast, snack time, or paired with tea, it’s ready in just one hour and serves as a feel-good treat that your whole family will love. Whether you’re following a heart-healthy diet or simply craving a homemade citrus delight, this low-calorie lemon bread is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.75 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with a small amount of olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add honey, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and vanilla extract, then whisk until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid a dense bread.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the lemon bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve alone or with a spread of your choice and enjoy your heart-healthy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.8 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2111 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.5 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1197 mg | 25% | |
*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.
