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Key Lime Bread

Key Lime Bread
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Indulge in the refreshing taste of Key Lime Bread, a delightful quick bread that perfectly balances zesty key lime flavor with a moist, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for any time of the day—whether you’re savoring it at breakfast, enjoying it as an afternoon snack, or serving it as a light dessert topped with whipped cream. The sweet lime glaze adds an elegant finish that will impress your guests and brighten your day. With just under an hour of preparation and baking time, this Key Lime Bread is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • For the glaze: 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in key lime zest, juice, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and buttermilk; gradually add to wet ingredients while stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. While baking, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with key lime juice until smooth.
  7. Allow the bread to cool for about ten minutes before transferring it to a wire rack; pour glaze over while warm.

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