Description
A bright and nutty Lemon Pistachio Bread with a moist texture and zesty flavor, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup pistachios, chopped (reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish)
For the Lemon Glaze (Optional):
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and Greek yogurt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios, reserving some for garnish.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Step 2: Baking the Bread
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Adding the Lemon Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more sugar for a thicker glaze or more lemon juice for a thinner drizzle.
- Once the bread is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top.
- Sprinkle with reserved chopped pistachios for extra crunch.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try using roasted pistachios or browning the butter before mixing. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~290 kcal
- Sugar: ~18g
- Sodium: ~180mg
- Fat: ~14g
- Saturated Fat: ~6g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~6g
- Trans Fat: ~7g
- Carbohydrates: ~35g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~60mg
Keywords: Lemon Pistachio Bread, Breakfast Loaf, Quick Bread, Lemon Bread, Pistachio Loaf, Brunch Recipe, Nutty Bread