Lemon Poppy Seed Summer Squash Bread Recipe

Slices of summer squash bread served on a plate.

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Lemon Poppy Seed Summer Squash Bread Recipe

Brighten up your baking with our Lemon Poppy Seed Summer Squash Bread – a unique, garden-inspired treat that turns ordinary squash into an extraordinary treat!

Prep Time15

Cook Time1

Total Time1 15

Course: Breads

Cuisine: North American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 268kcal

Author: Linda

Equipment

Ingredients

1 cup melted unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
zest of 2 small lemons
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (typically 2 small lemons)
1 teaspoon almond flavor
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups grated summer squash
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius). Grease or line two 9x5 inch loaf pans. Then, set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, place the melted butter, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, almond flavor, and vanilla extract. Cream them together until fluffy and light in color, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate into the mixture before adding the next.
Evenly sprinkle the 1 tsp salt, baking soda, and baking powder over the top of the mixture. Mix well.
Working in batches, add the flour 1/2 cup at a time; mix entirely between each addition. Fold in the squash and poppy seeds. Divide the batter and pour into the prepared loaf pans.
Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the loaf comes out clean. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Storage Info:

To store Summer Squash Bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil or keep it in an airtight container. It stays fresh at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can freeze it for up to 3 months; just wrap it securely to prevent freezer burn. To reheat, thaw if frozen, then warm in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for about 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

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