Lemon Almond Tea Bread
Brighten your day with the zesty, nutty perfection of Lemon Almond Tea Bread! This delightful quick bread combines the freshness of tangy lemon juice and aromatic zest with the subtle crunch of sliced almonds, creating a flavor and texture pairing that’s simply irresistible. The tender, buttery loaf is glazed with a luscious lemon-sugar drizzle, adding a touch of sweetness that perfectly balances the tart notes. Ready in just over an hour, this loaf is ideal for brunch gatherings, afternoon tea, or a light dessert. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or at room temperature, this citrusy almond bread is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Sliced almonds
- 0.75 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the sliced almonds to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 45-50 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 before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled bread and sprinkle with additional sliced almonds for garnish.
Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Lemon Almond Tea Bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.7 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.6 g | 343% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 2290 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.9 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.2 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 526 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1332 mg | 28% | |
*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.
