Here’s a Lemon Cream Cheese Bread recipe—moist, tangy, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
For the Bread:
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup buttermilk
For the Lemon Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven and Pan:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Make the Batter:
3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In another bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
3. Bake the Bread:
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Lemon Glaze:
11. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
12. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
Serving Suggestions:
• Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
• Pairs well with a cup of tea or coffee.
This Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is soft, rich, and bursting with citrus flavor—perfect for any occasion! Let me know if you try it.