{"id":2729,"date":"2026-07-01T14:35:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T14:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esfriv.com\/?p=2729"},"modified":"2026-07-01T14:35:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T14:35:20","slug":"lemon-cream-cheese-bread-loaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/esfriv.com\/?p=2729","title":{"rendered":"Lemon Cream Cheese Bread Loaf"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 cup (200g) granulated sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 large eggs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 tablespoon lemon zest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 1\/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 teaspoon baking powder<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Directions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C) and grease a 9\u00d75-inch loaf pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the sugar and beat until light and well combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Variations &amp; Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a more pronounced lemon flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzling it over the cooled loaf. You can also incorporate poppy seeds into the batter for a delightful texture contrast. If you\u2019re feeling adventurous, try substituting the lemon with orange or lime for a different citrus twist. 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