Description
A soft and moist Honey Citrus Almond Loaf made with fresh orange and lemon zest, buttermilk, honey, and crunchy almonds, finished with a glossy honey glaze.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/2 cup slivered almonds
Honey Glaze:
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon water
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the honey and citrus zest.
5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk until just combined.
6. Fold in the slivered almonds.
7. Bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Brush with the warm honey glaze before cooling completely.
Notes
Use fresh citrus zest for maximum flavor.
Toast the almonds before adding for extra crunch.
Brush the glaze onto the loaf while it’s still warm for the best shine.
- Prep Time: 20 Minutes
- Cook Time: 55 Minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 58mg