lemon almond poppy seed bread

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Moose Jaw, SK
Updated on Mar 5, 2017

This recipe comes together quickly and easily and glazed with a lemon glaze and topped with almonds, this bread might just become an all time favorite!

Rate
prep time 15 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake
yield makes 2 loaves

Ingredients

  • BREAD:
  • 1 1/2 cups a.p. flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
  • LEMON ALMOND GLAZE:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

How To Make lemon almond poppy seed bread

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 7x3 inch loaf pans and set aside. (You can also use a 9x5 just increase baking time).
  • Step 2
    In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and poppy seeds. Stir until combined. In a separate medium sized bowl add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla, almond extract, and lemon zest.
  • Step 3
    Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until incorporated. Pour into loaf pans and bake for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Remove and let bread cool.
  • Step 4
    To make the lemon almond glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Drizzle over bread and top with sliced almonds.

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