Lemon Cream Cheese Bread recipe



This moist and flavorful Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is the perfect combination of zesty lemon and rich, creamy cheese. It makes for a delightful breakfast or dessert, with a refreshing citrus flavor and a smooth, tender texture.


Ingredients

For the bread:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ cup whole milk

For the cream cheese filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the lemon glaze (optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Prepare the dry ingredients:
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Make the bread batter:
    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
  4. Prepare the cream cheese filling:
    In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Assemble the bread:
    Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter and smooth the surface with a spatula.
  6. Bake:
    Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the lemon glaze (optional):
    In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
  8. Serve and enjoy:
    Slice the bread and enjoy it with a cup of tea or coffee!

This Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is a zesty, creamy treat perfect for any occasion!

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