Lickity Quick Lemonade Bread
Brighten up your day with Lickity Quick Lemonade Bread, a zesty, sweet treat that's as refreshing as a summer breeze! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor from both the batter and a tangy lemonade glaze, this quick bread delivers a citrusy punch in every bite. Rubbed lemon zest infuses the sugar, creating an aromatic base, while freshly squeezed lemonade adds a natural tartness that pairs perfectly with the buttery, tender crumb. Best of all, it’s simple to make with just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal as a breakfast indulgence, afternoon snack, or light dessert, this lemon loaf is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside tea for a sunny pick-me-up or wrap it up as a thoughtful homemade gift!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 0.5 cups Freshly squeezed lemonade
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.75 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemonade (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and lemon zest. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until fragrant and evenly distributed.
Add the eggs to the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth and pale. Stir in the milk, melted butter, and freshly squeezed lemonade until fully combined.
Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
While the bread is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemonade until smooth.
Once the bread is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. While the bread is still warm, drizzle the lemonade glaze evenly over the top.
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 64.4 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.6 g | 183% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2279 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 502.2 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 310.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*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.
