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Close-up of a moist One-Bowl Lemon Snack Bread loaf, drizzled with white glaze and topped with lemon slices.

One-Bowl Lemon Snack Bread

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 80 min
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple, bright lemon snack bread made entirely in one bowl, yielding a moist texture perfect for everyday snacking.

Ingredients

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  • cooking spray
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for icing)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest (for icing)
  • 1 pinch salt (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray an 8 1/2×4 1/2-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Whisk sugar, eggs, olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined.
  3. Add 1 cup flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the bowl and mix until just combined.
  4. Pour in buttermilk and mix until just combined.
  5. Add the remaining 1 cup flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap the pan on the counter a few times to release large air bubbles.
  7. Bake until the top springs back lightly when touched, 60 to 65 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the icing, whisk powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, cream, 1/4 teaspoon zest, and 1 pinch salt together in a small bowl until smooth.
  10. Pour the icing over the cooled bread and let it set before you slice it.

Notes

  • This recipe uses pantry staples and requires only one bowl for easy cleanup.
  • Room temperature eggs and buttermilk help create a softer crumb.
  • The bread stays fresh longer if kept covered after cooling completely.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 65 min
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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