Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful treat that combines the refreshing zest of lemon with the satisfying crunch of poppy seeds. This easy-to-make loaf is topped with creamy frosting, making it perfect for any occasion, from brunch to afternoon snacks. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that will brighten your day and bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ? cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp poppy seeds
- 1 ? tsp baking powder
- ? cup granulated sugar
- ? tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ? cup unsalted butter, softened
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- For the Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool completely before frosting. Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread on top of the cooled loaf.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg