Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf with a Lemon Glaze

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan to prevent sticking.

Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour , granulated sugar , poppy seeds , baking powder , baking soda , and salt .

Prepare Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream , fresh lemon juice , lemon zest , and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine and Mix:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until everything is combined (be careful not to overmix).

Bake the Loaf:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool the Loaf:
Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Glaze:
While the loaf is cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar , fresh lemon juice , and lemon zest to make the glaze.

Drizzle the Glaze:
Once the loaf has cooled completely, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to soak into the loaf for extra lemony goodness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Calories: 320 kcal per serving
Servings: 8 slices