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Lemon Cream Cheese Bread: The Best Citrus Glaze Recipe

Lemon Cream Cheese Bread with Citrus Glaze
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This lemon cream cheese bread is moist, flavorful, and topped with a delicious citrus glaze that perfectly complements its rich texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with lemon juice and zest. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Once baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store the bread in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • For extra flavor, drizzle additional citrus glaze on top before serving.

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Keywords: lemon bread, cream cheese bread, citrus glaze

Find it online: https://www.kindkitchn.com/lemon-cream-cheese-bread-the-best-citrus-glaze-recipe/