Lemon Cream Cheese Bread:
Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is a delightful baked treat that combines the tangy brightness of lemon with the rich, creamy texture of cream cheese, creating a loaf that’s both refreshing and indulgent. This bread starts with a moist, tender crumb that is infused with the vibrant essence of fresh lemons. The zest and juice of the lemons are incorporated into the batter, imparting a citrusy aroma and flavor that permeates every bite. This lemony foundation provides a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making it an ideal base for the star ingredient: cream cheese.
The cream cheese is swirled into the batter in generous amounts, creating luscious pockets of creamy goodness throughout the loaf. As the bread bakes, the cream cheese softens and melds with the lemon-flavored batter, resulting in a texture that is both dense and airy, with a delightful creaminess that contrasts beautifully with the slight tang of the lemon. Each slice of Lemon Cream Cheese Bread reveals a marbled interior, showcasing the interplay of flavors and textures that make this bread so special.
The exterior of the bread bakes to a golden brown, with a slight crust that gives way to the tender interior. The aroma that fills the kitchen as the bread bakes is intoxicating, a heady mix of citrus and sweetness that promises a treat for the senses. Once out of the oven, the bread can be enjoyed warm, when the cream cheese is still slightly gooey and the lemon flavor is at its most vibrant, or at room temperature, when the flavors have had a chance to meld and develop even further.
To elevate this already delectable bread, a simple lemon glaze can be drizzled over the top. Made with powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice, this glaze adds an extra layer of sweetness and a touch of elegance. As it seeps into the warm bread, it enhances the lemon flavor and adds a lovely sheen to the crust.
Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is versatile and can be served as a delightful breakfast treat, a mid-afternoon snack, or a light dessert. Its refreshing flavor profile makes it perfect for spring and summer gatherings, though its comforting creaminess also makes it a welcome indulgence year-round. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee, or simply on its own, this bread is a true celebration of the delightful combination of lemon and cream cheese, promising a burst of sunshine in every bite.
What is needed:
1/4 cup of sugar
a trio of eggs
1/8 cup sour cream
canola oil, half a cup
Juice from two lemons
Squeezed lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon of vanilla flavoring
1/2 cup of flour
baking powder, 2 and 1/4 tablespoons
one teaspoon of salt
One 8-ounce container of softened cream cheese
3/4 cup of sugar that has been powdered
Instructions:
Bread Recipe with Cream Cheese and Lemon Flavour
Get your oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and oil a regular loaf pan.
Combine the sugar, eggs, sour cream, oil, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla in a big basin. Combine all ingredients and mix until smooth.
Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate basin.
After the wet components have been slowly mixed with the dry ones, make sure everything is thoroughly blended.
Regarding the swirl of cream cheese: Combine the powdered sugar and cream cheese in a small bowl and stir until smooth.
Spoon about half of the cream cheese mixture over the batter, then swirl together using a knife. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
Put the remaining batter on top and drizzle the remaining cream cheese mixture on top. To get a marbled appearance, gently mix the ingredients together.
To keep the top from browning, cover the bread with foil for the final 20-30 minutes of baking, which should take 65-70 minutes.
So that the cream cheese can solidify, let the bread cool completely before cutting it.
