Oh yes — Lemon Cream Cheese Bread is one of those soft, slightly tangy, and sweet loaves that feels like sunshine in every bite. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with tea or coffee. Here’s a reliable recipe:
Lemon Cream Cheese Bread
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 50–55 min
Ingredients
For the Bread:
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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Zest of 2 lemons
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Lemon Glaze (optional):
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and lightly flour it.
2. Make the Batter
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In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
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Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
4. Bake
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Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
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Bake 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let the bread cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
5. Add Glaze (Optional)
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Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice to make a smooth glaze.
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Drizzle over cooled bread for extra sweetness and tang.
Tips for Success
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Room temperature ingredients help achieve a smooth, creamy batter.
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Don’t overmix once flour is added — this keeps the bread soft and tender.
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Lemon zest is key for a bright flavor; fresh zest is much better than dried.
This bread is moist, creamy, and bursting with lemon flavor, thanks to the cream cheese in the batter.
I can also give you a low-carb / keto-friendly version of lemon cream cheese bread that’s just as tender and flavorful if you want.