Key Lime Bread
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly moist, this homemade Key Lime Bread is a citrus lover’s dream! Bursting with the zesty flavor of freshly squeezed key lime juice and finely grated zest, this quick bread strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Each bite of the tender loaf is enhanced by the vibrant glaze, made with key lime juice and powdered sugar, adding a dazzling finish. Ideal as a refreshing breakfast treat, a midday pick-me-up, or a dessert to impress, this easy-to-make recipe takes only 15 minutes of prep time and serves up to 8. With its vibrant lime profile and gorgeous presentation, this bread is sure to become a favorite among fans of citrus desserts. Whether you're savoring it with a cup of coffee or serving it at brunch, Key Lime Bread is the ultimate way to brighten your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 eggs (large)
- 0.25 cups key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon key lime zest (finely grated)
- 0.5 cups milk
- 0.75 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon key lime zest (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray, then dust with flour.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set the dry mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the key lime juice and zest until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of key lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread, allowing it to run down the sides.
Sprinkle the top with the reserved key lime zest for garnish. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.6 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 639 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 2066 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.0 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 299.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*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.
