Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Pistachio Lemon Breakfast Bread that is perfect for a leisurely morning treat or an afternoon snack. The subtle tang of lemon combined with the crunch of pistachios makes this bread a standout choice.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped shelled pistachios (plus extra for topping)
Optional Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in chopped pistachios.
- Bake: Pour batter into loaf pan, smooth the top, sprinkle with extra pistachios, and bake for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice, then drizzle over the bread.
Notes
- This bread stores well at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based yogurt and butter alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
