Honey Lemon Bread

Brighten up your baking repertoire with this Honey Lemon Bread, a delightful fusion of sweet honey and zesty citrus that’s perfect for any occasion. This moist, tender loaf strikes a harmonious balance between rich buttery sweetness and vibrant lemon tang, thanks to freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic zest. Quick and easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder with the natural sweetness of honey for a wholesome twist. Bake it to golden perfection in under an hour, and take it a step further with an optional powdered sugar glaze for added elegance. Whether enjoyed as a refreshing morning treat, a midday pick-me-up, or a cozy dessert paired with tea or coffee, this Honey Lemon Bread will become your go-to recipe for bright, citrusy indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cups honey
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 2 items large eggs
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 0.25 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar (optional, for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, and granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth and well-blended.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture, whisking well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the milk, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon zest until evenly combined.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon, mixing just until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If making the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread and let it set before slicing.

Step 11

Slice and serve the honey lemon bread with tea, coffee, or as an enjoyable snack on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	965 grams (965.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2956

Total Fat 112.40g	144%
Saturated Fat 66.40g	332%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 645mg	215%
Sodium 2286mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 462.50g	168%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 267.60g
Protein 43.00g	86%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 293mg	23%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 793mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 61.0%