Lemon Strawberry Bread with Lemon Zest Icing: A Sweet and Tart Delight
The Story Behind Our Lemon Strawberry Bread: Summer is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a sweet and tart loaf of bread? Our Lemon Strawberry Bread is the perfect addition to any summer brunch or as a sweet treat in the afternoon.
The Inspiring Part: Baking is a passion for many of us. It’s an opportunity to get creative and have fun in the kitchen. This Lemon Strawberry Bread recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also simple to make. So, let’s get baking!
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π₯ Ingredients
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 55 minutes Servings: 8-10 slices
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
πͺ Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the icing, in a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the icing over the cooled bread and spread it evenly with a spatula.
π Top tip
Our Lemon Strawberry Bread is the perfect sweet and tart treat. With its bright and juicy strawberries and its lemon zest icing, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, gather your friends and family and enjoy a slice of this delicious bread with a cup of tea or coffee. Happy baking!
π Recipe
Lemon Strawberry Bread With Lemon Zest Icing
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the icing, in a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the icing over the cooled bread and spread it evenly with a spatula.
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