LEMON-THYME BREAD

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Lemon and thyme go together like milk and cookies. Fresh thyme is best, but if you must use dried, reduce the amount to 1 tablespoon and crush it between your fingers before adding it to the batter. -Cathy Tang, Redmond, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (12 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup sour cream
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg. Combine buttermilk and sour cream. Combine the flour, thyme, lemon zest, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beating well after each addition., Transfer to a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-50 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Cool completely; sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

durakid
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Overall, I was a bit disappointed with this recipe.


Bo Baker
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The bread didn't rise as much as I expected.


Hello master
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I found the bread to be a bit dry.


Nazma Akther jeme
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The lemon thyme bread was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Samuel Ward
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


XxFidgetGirlxX
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I love the idea of adding lemon and thyme to bread. It's such a unique flavor combination.


Autumn Haney
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This bread looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Api Hasan
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It sounds delicious!


Jenna Ramsey
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Perfect bread for a summer picnic!


Tamari Yaralashvili
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This bread is a great way to use up fresh thyme. I love the citrusy flavor of the lemon and the herbaceousness of the thyme.


Fidelma Mulapi
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I was a bit skeptical about the lemon and thyme combination, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors work really well together and the bread is so light and fluffy.


Arhan Khan
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This bread is so easy to make and it turned out perfectly! The lemon and thyme flavors are subtle but noticeable, and the bread is wonderfully moist. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mode Omar
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I baked this bread for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and moist texture. I will definitely be making it again.


Anastasia Arcane
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This lemon thyme bread is a delightful treat! The combination of tangy lemon and aromatic thyme creates a wonderfully balanced and flavorful bread that is perfect for any occasion.