This Iced Poppy Seed Lemon Loaf recipe is a perfect dessert for those who love the bright and zesty flavors of lemon. Every bite tastes like spring!
The loaf is light and fluffy and the lemon icing adds a tangy sweetness that complements the tartness of the lemon perfectly.
This Iced Poppy Seed Lemon Loaf is easy to follow and will leave you with a delicious springtime treat to enjoy with friends and family.
Iced Poppy Seed Lemon Loaf
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
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Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, poppy seeds, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the loaf is cooling, make the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the icing over the top of the loaf. Slice and serve!
Enjoy your delicious poppy seed lemon iced loaf!