Best Homemade Lemon Bread, a delicious moist, Lemon Loaf Recipe. Made with fresh lemons and a simple lemon glaze. The perfect snack, dessert or even Breakfast Bread.
Homemade Lemon Bread
Now that I cookie baked myself out, I thought there’s more to Christmas than just cookies and bars. So I want to share one of the most delicious and requested quick breads I have ever eaten or made.
How to make the Lemon Bread
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and a portion of the sugar.
- Then add the softened butter and mix until you have a coarse crumb mixture.
- Stir in the lemon zest.
- In another bowl beat the eggs slightly then add the milk and mix until combined.
- Pour into the flour mixture and stir just until combined (about 18 stirs)
- Pour into loaf pan and bake for approximately 1 – 1 1/4 hours.
- Let cool completely before drizzling with the lemon syrup.
Lemon Bread. I love lemons. I love the smell of lemons, I love the taste of lemons, anything lemon is fine by me.
When I was a kid there was a lemon cologne we used to wear, I loved it, just wish I could find it again. This Easy Lemon Bread Recipe is a simple, easy and really good loaf that tastes so yummy.
It doesn’t even need a heavy icing because the light lemon syrup is the perfect finish. I can say I have been making this bread for over 20 years.
In my opinion it is the Best Lemon Bread Recipe Ever.
Every time I make this recipe I get asked for it, Lemon Loaf is one of my sister-in-law’s favourites.
I usually make two and take one to her, she tells me it sure doesn’t last long in their house. I can assure you it doesn’t last long in mine either.
Best Homemade Lemon Bread is perfect as a breakfast bread or even with afternoon tea. It is so easy to make, no need for beaters, it is very much like making muffins.
All you need is a pastry blender (I usually use a fork) and a fork or wooden spoon for mixing.
That delicious lemony glaze is the perfect addition to this loaf, no need for any kind of icing and the tangy sweet taste is just what you need. You know it and I know it. Just remember it’s Christmas, so eat now and worry about it later.
I think that is why I always adored Scarlet O’Hara, she had the right attitude, “Tomorrow is another day”. Enjoy!
More Lemon Recipes you may like.
Italian Fresh Cream Lemon Cake
Toasted Coconut Lemon Ice Cream
Best Homemade Lemon Bread
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (zest from 1 lemon)
- 2 1/4 cups flour (285 grams)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (250 grams)
- 3/4 cup butter softened (155 grams)
- 3 eggs (large)
- 3/4 cup milk I used 2%) (180 grams)
GLAZE
- 4 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice (I used 1 medium lemon)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350° (180° celsius), grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and 1 1/4 cups sugar, add the softened butter and with a pastry blender blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the lemon zest.
- In a small bowl add eggs and beat lightly with a fork add milk and mix until combined, then pour this mixture into the flour mixture and stir just until flour is moistened.
- In prepared loaf pan add the batter and bake for 1 - 1 1/4 hours (or until tooth pick comes out clean). Cool then move to a wire rack.
GLAZE
- In a small pot add the 4 1/2 teaspoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of sugar, over medium heat stirring constantly bring to a boil until thickened. With a pastry brush, brush syrup over the top of the bread. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Updated from December 13, 2014.
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nanci says
This was quite good. I’m just wondering if I could add lemon juice to the bread mix so that it has a stronger lemon flavor. As it is, most of the flavor is on the crust, even though I poked holes before glazing. All in all, very good.
Rosemary says
Hi Nanci, if you want a stronger lemony taste (without any sour taste) then I would say add more zest, if you want a sour taste also then yes add some lemon juice.
Stephanie says
I made something like this before, but it called for a lot more of the “glaze” that was essentially poured over the top. It was delicious. Maybe you can double the glaze amount??
Maria says
Quarantine has provided me with a lot of time…thought I’d work on my baking skills…they need it. This recipe was easy and delicious! It’s inspired me to keep it up.
Rosemary says
Hi Maria, I am so glad I could help with filling up some of your time, and so glad you enjoyed the recipe.
Diane says
Hi
Thanks – The quick bread recipe sounds delicious & perfect with my friend’s meyer lemons. I’ll be baking soon.
Your childhood cologne is 4711 from Germany which is available at Mertz Apothecary in Chicago or their on-line shop, Smallflower. Mertz has many 4711 options to select from. Their display is impressive.
Rosemary says
Hi Diane, thanks so much, I will have to check it out, and I hope you enjoy the bread.
Patricia O'Brien says
Loved it, as is, but I think I’ll make it with Becel instead of butter. The butter taste is a bit overwhelming for me, since I never use butter, I suppose. I am enjoying it so much and your page layout inspired me to make it for the first time. Thanks so much, and it will be well shared. 🙂
Rosemary says
Hi Patricia, thanks so much, glad you like and let me know how it goes with the becel. Have a great week.
Harley A Littlesun says
This makes the most delicious lemon cake/bread, and works incredibly well in large muffin tins with a much shorter bake time!
Rosemary says
Hi Harley, thanks so much so glad you like it and good idea with making muffins.
Vinetta says
Delicious and easy to make. A real winner💕
Rosemary says
Thanks so much Vinetta, glad you liked it. Have a great week.
Lisa says
Very moist and great lemon flavor!
Thanks for the great recipe!
Rosemary says
Hi Lisa, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it.
Joan says
Winner!
My work colleagues and I are enjoying it as we speak. Really lovely and moist!
Makes a lovely loaf and beautiful presentation! Than you, Rosemary!
Rosemary says
Hi Joan, thanks so much, so glad everyone like it!
Pamela Cartwright says
Gave mini-loaves of this lemon bread and everyone loved it!!!
Now they want more!!! It really is delicious. Love making knife slices into bread before pouring lemon/sugar topping. It makes it so moist and a little extra lemon didn’t hurt either!!!
Rosemary says
Hi Pamela, thanks so much so glad everyone loved it. Merry Christmas.
Sybil says
How many mini loafs using recipe as presented?
2?
Rosemary says
Hi Sybil, 2 mini loaves should be right.
Joy says
Hello, Can you tell me where the video is please? I can’t seem to find it. Thank you
Rosemary says
Hi Joy, it’s right underneath “Be sure to watch the video”. 🙂
Barbara Atkinson says
The only videos playing there are for pizza and other breads and things, not the Lemon Bread we want to see.
Rosemary says
Hi Barbara, well I uploaded the video again and it is there for me, right at the top of the post. Let me know.