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Lemon Rhubarb Bread

Lemon Rhubarb Bread: A Moist and Zesty Spring Treat

Lemon Rhubarb Bread is a delightful combination of tangy lemon and tart rhubarb, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Sugar granulated
  • 3 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Rhubarb diced, fresh
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Topping Sugar optional

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Rhubarb Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter with granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating until fully blended.
  4. Stir in the sour cream, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Toss diced rhubarb in the flour mixture until well coated.
  7. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding together until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Decorate the top with thinly sliced rhubarb and sprinkle with sugar.
  10. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  11. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
  12. Once baked, cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter.

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