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Bake a Delightful Lemon Rhubarb Bread That Everyone Will Love!

Lemon Rhubarb Bread 7 Ingredients Perfectly Delicious
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Lemon Rhubarb Bread is a delightful sweet bread that perfectly balances the tartness of rhubarb with the bright zestiness of lemon. It captures the essence of spring, making it a popular choice for many home bakers.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 3/4 cup rhubarb (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 1/4 cup rhubarb (thinly sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
  • 2 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Step 3: Add in the sour cream, lemon zest, vanilla essence, and eggs, mixing well after each addition.

4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom.

5. Step 5: Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.

6. Step 6: Fold in the diced rhubarb until evenly distributed.

7. Step 7: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Top with thinly sliced rhubarb and sprinkle sugar over the top.

8. Step 8: Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free mix. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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Keywords: Lemon Rhubarb Bread, Sweet Bread

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