Lemon Poppy-Seed Tea Bread

Health score
1%
Lemon Poppy-Seed Tea Bread
45 min.
8
348kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful treat to accompany your afternoon tea or a refreshing breakfast option, look no further than this Lemon Poppy-Seed Tea Bread. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of zesty lemon and the unique crunch of poppy seeds, this easy-to-make bread is sure to become a favorite in your household.

In just under an hour, you can whip up this moist and flavorful tea bread, making it perfect for gatherings or simply to enjoy on a cozy morning at home. The combination of rich unsalted butter and creamy milk ensures a soft texture, while the addition of tangy lemon juice adds that refreshing burst that wakes up your taste buds.

What makes this recipe even more enticing is its versatility. Slice it up for brunch alongside a steaming cup of tea or coffee, or serve it as a sweet snack during the day. You can also elevate its presentation by glazing the loaf with a simple lemon syrup, creating a glossy finish that not only looks inviting but enhances the overall flavor experience.

Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting, this Lemon Poppy-Seed Tea Bread is a fantastic way to impress your family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients and let the inviting aroma of freshly baked bread fill your home!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.5 cups cake flour sifted
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon lemon zest 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • tablespoons poppy seeds 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Make tea bread: Preheat oven to 350F. Butter and flour a 9- by 5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Stir together 1 1/2 cups sifted cake flour, 1 tsp. baking powder and 1/4 tsp. salt.
  3. Mix 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract with 1/2 cup milk.
  4. Using electric mixer, cream 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter, 3/4 cup sugar and 1 Tbsp. lemon zest on medium-high speed until fluffy.
  5. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in 1 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice and 2 Tbsp. poppy seeds.
  7. Pour batter into pan and bake in center of oven until a tester inserted in center of loaf comes out clean, 50 minutes.
  8. Mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup lemon juice in a saucepan over low heat; stir until sugar dissolves.
  9. Let loaf cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before turning loaf out onto rack. Poke holes in loaf and gradually spoon warm syrup over, adding more as syrup is absorbed. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories348kcal
Protein6.16%
Fat36.77%
Carbs57.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.77
Glycemic Load
33.24
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.7378261037495%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.51mg
Hesperetin
1.51mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:347.77kcal
17.39%
Fat:14.48g
22.28%
Saturated Fat:8.03g
50.19%
Carbohydrates:50.58g
16.86%
Net Carbohydrates:49.47g
17.99%
Sugar:32.44g
36.05%
Cholesterol:78.43mg
26.14%
Sodium:152.29mg
6.62%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:5.45g
10.91%
Selenium:14.08µg
20.11%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.23%
Phosphorus:97.72mg
9.77%
Calcium:96.38mg
9.64%
Vitamin A:443.54IU
8.87%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.33%
Vitamin C:5.03mg
6.1%
Copper:0.1mg
4.77%
Magnesium:18.18mg
4.55%
Folate:18.06µg
4.51%
Fiber:1.11g
4.45%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.18%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.1%
Iron:0.74mg
4.1%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.9%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.68%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.62%
Potassium:96.16mg
2.75%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.5%
Vitamin K:1.13µg
1.08%
Source:My Recipes