Description
This delicious Almond Poppy Seed Bread is perfect for cozy mornings, offering a moist and flavorful loaf infused with almond and citrus accents. With a tender crumb studded with crunchy poppy seeds and topped with a sweet, citrusy glaze, this bread is a delightful treat for breakfast or anytime snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Canola Oil (can substitute with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil)
- 3 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Poppy Seeds
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Milk (can substitute with almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange Juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9×4-inch loaf pans thoroughly with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking during baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, canola oil, eggs, poppy seeds, lemon juice, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Whisk the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Stir gently and just until everything is combined to avoid overmixing which can create a dense bread.
- Pour Batter into Pans: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Tap the pans lightly on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles to ensure an even texture.
- Bake the Bread: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaves; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the bread is baking or cooling, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet, citrus-flavored glaze.
- Cool and Glaze: Once baked, cool the loaves in their pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the bread to wire racks and drizzle the prepared glaze over the loaves while they are still warm to allow the glaze to lightly soak in.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.
- You can replace canola oil with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil for different flavor nuances.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
- Check bread doneness closely near the end of baking time to prevent overbaking and dryness.
- Allow glaze to set before slicing for a cleaner cut and to enhance flavor absorption.
